Experienced Professional, Electrical Engineering

WSP in the U.S.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement savings

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Experienced Electrical Engineer for our Atlanta, Georgia office. This role provides technical guidance for electrical design, regulatory compliance, and project delivery across utility, industrial and commercial contexts.

You will collaborate with the Property & Buildings Team, conduct design and analysis, and contribute to reports and specifications while ensuring QA/QC adherence and safety standards. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
• 3–5 years of relevant post-education experience in electrical engineering or electrical design.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, processes and permitting.
• Experience with infrastructure design and construction management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing deliverables including calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Involved in all aspects of projects.
• Examine field conditions to support development and completion of projects.
• Assist in designing building electrical systems including power, lighting, communication, security and fire alarm.
• Develop project specifications.
• Attend meetings with clients.
• Provide support for meeting project goals and objectives.
• Mentor junior staff and share knowledge.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through education and publications.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Communication skills

Project coordination

Proficiency in MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Self-leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Revit

SKM/EasyPower/ETAP

AGI32

Job description

This Opportunity

Be involved in projects with our

Job Description

This Opportunity

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!

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Experienced Electrical Engineer for our Atlanta, Georgia office.

Provides technical assistance and guidance for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Assist with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects). Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding material, installations, component, and construction specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Assist in preparing deliverables and products including calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Involved in all aspects of projects
• Examine field conditions as required to support development and completion of projects
• Assist in designing building electrical systems including power, lighting, communication, security systems and fire alarm while adhering to the firm’s QA/QC process
• Assist in developing project specifications
• Attend meetings with clients
• Provide support for meeting the client’s project goals and objectives
• Demonstrates core values and serves as a role model/mentor for junior staff members
• Updates job knowledge and technical expertise by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• 3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in electrical engineering or prior electrical design experience
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, 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 Revit, electrical system studies (SKM, EasyPower, ETAP), photometric studies (AGI32), math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Experience in the healthcare, industrial and/or Science & Technology design projects.

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

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.

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