Lead Decarbonization Engineer

About the role

Join WSP’s Energy Infrastructure Solutions – Advanced Complementary Solutions team, where we’re accelerating the shift to a lower-carbon future. Our work sits at the forefront of grid-connected electrification, behind-the-meter energy systems, and power solutions across a wide range of industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of IFC electrical design documents for behind-the-meter systems from 35 kV through MV/LV distribution and device-level design, with a primary focus on charging and electrification infrastructure.
• Perform site visits and field assessments to evaluate existing electrical infrastructure, capacity, constructability, and code compliance; document findings and develop engineering recommendations.
• Serve as technical lead for utility coordination, including service applications, interconnection requirements, utility standards compliance, and coordination with utility protection and metering teams.
• Develop and review equipment specifications, data sheets, and procurement packages for major electrical equipment.
• Perform and/or review electrical calculations, including: Load studies and equipment sizing, Short-circuit and arc-flash studies, Protective device coordination, Grounding touch and step voltage analysis.
• Prepare and review power system studies using ETAP, SKM, or equivalent software, and provide technical oversight of modeling assumptions, results, and reports.
• Support renewable energy and decarbonization projects, including integration of photovoltaic (PV) systems and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) within behind-the-meter electrical architectures.
• Provide technical mentorship, oversight, and QA/QC for junior engineers and designers.
• Utilize AutoCAD Electrical and Revit to support coordinated, model-based and multi-discipline designs (Revit proficiency preferred).
• Perform lighting design and analysis using AGi32.
• Collaborate directly with clients to understand electrification and decarbonization goals, operational needs, phasing strategies, and technical constraints.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, subconsultants, utilities, AHJs, and contractors throughout design, permitting, and construction.
• Prepare technical assessments, reports, calculations, and presentations suitable for client, utility, and regulatory review.
• Remain current with evolving electrical codes, standards, and best practices related to power systems, electrification, and decarbonization.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience delivering behind-the-meter electrical power system design and assessments.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (CA, WA, NY, or TX preferred).
• Demonstrated experience preparing IFC-level electrical design documents.
• Strong working knowledge of: NEC, IEEE, ANSI, and applicable local and utility standards.
• MV/LV power distribution systems and switchgear, grounding, bonding, and lightning protection design.
• Experience with power system analysis tools such as ETAP, SKM, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with industry design tools (AutoCAD Electrical; Revit preferred).
• Ability to independently lead complex technical work and mentor junior engineers.
• Experience conducting site assessments and field investigations and translating findings into clear engineering recommendations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
• Proven commitment to quality, safety, and ethical engineering practice.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with renewable energy systems, including PV and BESS.
• Experience with electrification projects for MHD/HDV charging, ports, aviation, and industrial facilities.
• Experience with AGi32 lighting design.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit.

Skills

• Proficiency with industry design tools (AutoCAD Electrical; Revit preferred).
• Ability to independently lead complex technical work and mentor junior engineers.
• Experience conducting site assessments and field investigations and translating findings into clear engineering recommendations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
• Proven commitment to quality, safety, and ethical engineering practice.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave, paid vacation (or other personal time), paid parental leave, and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected Salary (all locations): $98,300-$175,230

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

• Retirement savings.
• Health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Company Information

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.

Contact Information

For additional information about WSP USA, please visit www.wsp.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

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