Senior Professional, Electrical Engineering

WSP Global Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Engineer for our Atlanta, GA office to provide high‑level technical guidance across multi‑site projects in the Property & Buildings Team. You will design electrical systems, develop specifications, and lead client meetings to align with project goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical or Architectural Engineering with 5–7 years of post‑degree experience, EIT certification, and strong knowledge of code compliance and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering.
• 5–7 years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Knowledge and interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, decision making, and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to flexible responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Revit, electrical system studies (SKM, EasyPower, ETAP), photometric studies (AGI32), math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Experience with Horizon or Project Resource Management software is preferred.
• Ability to meet and exceed client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic deliverables and products including calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Oversees all aspects of projects.
• Sets deadlines and assigns responsibilities.
• Examine field conditions as required to support development and completion of projects.
• Design building electrical systems including power, lighting, communication, security systems and fire alarm while adhering to the firm’s QA/QC process.
• Develop project specifications.
• Attend meetings with architects, owners and building managers to discuss future and/or current projects.
• Responsible for meeting the client’s project goals and objectives.
• Assist in business development by pursuing new work including participation in client presentations.
• Assist in the firm’s human resource efforts through training and mentoring junior firm members.
• Enhances the firm’s reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing internal and external client requests.
• Demonstrates core values and serves as a role model/mentor to all firm members.
• Updates job knowledge and technical expertise by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, participating in technical organizations and obtaining certifications in area of expertise and participating in the firm’s Technical Committee as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical or Architectural Engineering degree

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

Revit

SKM

EasyPower

ETAP

AGI32

MS Office

Horizon/Project Resource Management

Job description

This Opportunity

Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Teamand 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 Senior Engineerfor our Atlanta, Georgiaoffice.

Provides high level technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Tasks include the research, design, concept development, planning, 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). Substantiates reports and documentation to advise on material, installations, design, 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

• Prepare basic deliverables and products including calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Oversees all aspects of projects
• Sets deadlines and assigns responsibilities
• Examine field conditions as required to support development and completion of projects
• Design building electrical systems including power, lighting, communication, security systems and fire alarm while adhering to the firm’s QA/QC process
• Develop project specifications
• Attend meetings with architects, owners and building managers to discuss future and or current projects
• Responsible for meeting the client’s project goals and objectives
• Assist in business development by pursuing new work including participation in client presentations
• Assist in the firm’s human resource efforts through training and mentoring junior firm members
• Enhances the firm’s reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing internal and external client requests
• Demonstrates core values and serves as a role model/mentor to all firm members
• Updates job knowledge and technical expertise by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, participating in technical organizations and obtaining certifications in area of expertise and participating in the firm’s Technical Committee as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for large capital projects.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards
• Strong organizational, prioritization, decision making and analytical skills
• Possess strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasive and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment
• Ability to consistently set goals and meet deadlines and adapt to flexible responsibilities
• 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)
• Experience with Horizon or Project Resource Management software is preferred
• Ability to meet and exceed client expectations

Preferred Qualifications

• PElicense is preferred.
• LEEDCertification is preferred.
• Certifications in areasofexpertise are preferred.
• Experience in the healthcare, industrial and/or Science & Technology design projects.

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