Lead Electrical Engineer for Mission Critical Data Centers

WSP in the U.S.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP’s kW Mission Critical Engineering (MCE) is seeking an Electrical Engineer for the Herndon, VA area to design complex electrical systems for mission-critical facilities and data centers. You will work on collaborative projects across the teams, taking designs from concept through construction and ensuring high reliability and codes compliance.

You will lead electrical design efforts, coordinate with vendors and clients, review drawings and specifications, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis.
• 3+ years of experience designing electrical systems for high-performing commercial, industrial or mission-critical/data center buildings.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SKM, eTap or Cyme.
• Knowledge of building, electrical and energy codes.
• Ability to organize and present design information to project staff.
• Attention to detail, highly organized, self-starter.
• Ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for buildings, including lighting, receptacle, general, essential, and critical infrastructure.
• Plan and execute engineering tasks within projects, either in a team or independently.
• Lead electrical design of complex projects and coordinate with multi-discipline teams.
• Develop drawings and specifications for issuance to architects, contractors, and owners.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Lead and mentor entry-level and junior engineers.

Skills

Electrical design

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Travel to sites

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Architectural Engineering with electrical emphasis

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SKM

eTap

Cyme

Job description

WSP’s kW Mission Critical Engineering (MCE) is seeking an Electrical Engineer for the Herndon, VA area to design complex electrical systems for mission-critical facilities and data centers. You will work on collaborative projects across the teams, taking designs from concept through construction and ensuring high reliability and codes compliance.

You will lead electrical design efforts, coordinate with vendors and clients, review drawings and specifications, and mentor junior staff.