Electrical Department Lead, Mission Critical Data Centers

WSP; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is seeking an Electrical Department Lead for the Herndon, VA office. You will design complex power and building systems, including generator plants, medium voltage distribution, UPS, lighting, fire alarm, and grounding, while leading projects and a team of electrical engineers.

Reporting to the Managing Principal of the NYC office, you will guide technical direction and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis
• 12+ years of experience designing electrical systems for high performing commercial, industrial, or mission critical/data center buildings
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience mentoring and training others in the field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact well with others and develop high quality deliverables on projects and proposals
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems and codes
• Attention to detail and self-starter
• Participation in conference programs including panels, lectures, posters, papers and presentations

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality technical and professional deliverables for projects and proposals
• Lead the development of initial electrical system concepts and design complex medium and low voltage distribution systems
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams and collaborate with architects, contractors and building owners
• Present complex technical solutions to clients and manage client interactions
• Lead and mentor junior staff and coordinate activities of technical staff from project award through completion
• Develop work plans to address technical issues within project time and budget
• Survey and evaluate existing conditions and develop project specifications
• Perform construction administration and develop client relationships
• Participate in local professional organizations and industry events
• Uphold workplace safety and adhere to company health, safety, and policies

Job description

kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is seeking an Electrical Department Lead for the Herndon, VA office. You will design complex power and building systems, including generator plants, medium voltage distribution, UPS, lighting, fire alarm, and grounding, while leading projects and a team of electrical engineers.

Reporting to the Managing Principal of the NYC office, you will guide technical direction and client engagement.