Early Career Building Electrical Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible workplace model

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is looking for a full-time Early Career Building Electrical Engineer in Philadelphia, PA. This role involves contributing to various engineering tasks related to utility, industrial, and commercial projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and 0 to 1 year of relevant experience. Responsibilities include assisting with data analysis, engineering design, and compliance tasks. WSP offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a flexible workplace model.

Qualifications

• 0 to 1 year of Building Engineer post-education experience.
• General understanding of electrical engineering applied to large capital project design.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing and office automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data related to substation components.
• Assist with basic professional electrical engineering work including various design tasks.
• Generate complete and accurate documentation using electronic systems.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CADD

AutoCAD electrical

Job description

Early Career Building Electrical Engineer – Philadelphia, PA

WSP is currently searching for a full‑time Early Career Building Electrical Engineer to join our Property and Buildings Team in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves providing local technical assistance across due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial‑scale projects in both public and private sectors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data related to substation components and equipment specifications for procurement development and pricing.
• Assist with basic professional electrical engineering work including design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout, bus arrangement, grounding grid design, and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry‑level technical assistance on design requirements, equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, conduit and trenching design, ensuring safety and function of end‑users, systems, and infrastructure.
• Assist with verifying site characteristics and provide basic technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures.
• Under close supervision develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits, controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site‑specific procedures, including location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 0 to 1 year of Building Engineer post‑education experience.
• Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset.
• General understanding of electrical engineering applied to large capital project design.
• Familiarity with engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Proficient self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Familiarity with discipline‑specific design software (e.g., CADD, Aspen, CAPE, AutoCADD electrical).
• 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.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent or upcoming graduate.
• Engineer in Training certification.
• Prior internship related to electrical building engineering.
• Active membership or participation in local professional practice organizations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Flexible and agile workplace model aligned with client needs.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.