Lead Data Center Electrical Engineer (Hybrid)

WSP Global Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Data Center Electrical Engineer, Lead Consultant to design complex power and building systems and lead a project team. The role covers generator plants, MV/LV distribution, lighting, grounding, and related building systems, with a focus on data centers.

The successful candidate will have a PE, 7+ years of data center electrical design experience, and strong collaboration skills to coordinate with design, client, and construction teams in a hybrid office setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis.
• 7+ years of experience designing electrical systems for high performing commercial or industrial facilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• Experience mentoring others in the field.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems and codes.
• Attention to detail, highly organized, self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality technical and professional deliverables for projects and proposals.
• Lead development of initial electrical system concepts.
• Develop work plans to address technical issues within project time and budget.
• Collaborate with internal project teams, equipment vendors and manufacturers to produce drawings and specs.
• Perform project management activities including writing proposals, establishing budgets, and managing client interactions.
• Design complex and large electrical medium voltage and low voltage distribution systems and electrical building systems.
• Survey and evaluate existing conditions and perform construction administration.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Uphold workplace safety and compliance with policies.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Building codes

Revit familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (electrical emphasis)

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Data Center Electrical Engineer, Lead Consultant to design complex power and building systems and lead a project team. The role covers generator plants, MV/LV distribution, lighting, grounding, and related building systems, with a focus on data centers.

The successful candidate will have a PE, 7+ years of data center electrical design experience, and strong collaboration skills to coordinate with design, client, and construction teams in a hybrid office setting.