Associate Electrical Engineer - Buildings

WSP Global Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid vacation

Retirement savings options

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer for their Denver, CO office. The role involves performing engineering work for electrical designs, analyzing design documents, and supporting project management. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is required. WSP offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment to foster professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant post-education experience in electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of electrical construction laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in technical writing and office automation.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering work for various designs and layouts.
• Assist in reviewing and analyzing third-party design documents.
• Conduct engineering studies and field investigations.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Technical communication

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Associate Electrical Engineer - Buildings

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Electrical/Architectural Engineer for our Denver, CO office.

Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Your Impact

Collect, compile, and analyze data relating to substation components, equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing, IFR/IRC design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations for design work.

Assist in reviewing third‑party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans.

Perform professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three‑line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.

Participate in incorporating future‑ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements with equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies that account for the safety and functionality of end‑users, systems, and infrastructure.

Support senior engineers with research and recommendations of fundamental components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations.

Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on various engineering, design, testing maintenance modifications, and construction procedures and issues.

Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution.

Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.

Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.

Work as an individual or as part of a cross‑functional team of engineers, planners, scientific, and construction professionals to execute project work, assist with laying out installations, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.

Assist with development and scoping of small‑to‑medium‑sized projects.

Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or electrical engineering issues or problems.

Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or to plan for future needs.

Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid‑level risk mitigation activities.

Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).

Work collaboratively with other engineers and disciplines on projects with electrical infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.

Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.

1 to 3 years of relevant post‑education experience in an electrical engineering or prior electrical design experience.

Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work‑related issues.

Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design.

Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.

Knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.

Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non‑engineering audience.

Effective self‑leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.

Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.

Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.

Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Engineering.

Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.

Prior Design Experience on Healthcare related projects.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.