Lead Electrical Engineer- Building Systems

WSP is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer for our New York City, NY team to work on high-quality, high-profile, national and international projects within our Properties & Buildings Team. This role involves collaboration with architects and owners on large, complex projects with a focus on sustainability and energy performance of the built environment.

About the role

You will actively participate in the full project cycle, from design through construction close-out, working within multi-discipline project teams. The role includes managing design and construction of electrical infrastructure projects from inception to completion, attending client and stakeholder meetings, and supervising and mentoring younger engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop drawings and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors, and building owners.
• Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members.
• Design electric distribution systems, fire alarm systems, and lighting/lighting control systems.
• Schedule and select electrical components and equipment.
• Perform electrical load, short circuit, and voltage drop calculations.
• Provide construction administration support.
• Manage electrical infrastructure projects from inception to completion.
• Attend client and stakeholder meetings, interacting with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for capital projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at a utility, industrial, or commercial scale.
• Engineer license required (PE preferred).
• Extensive knowledge of building electrical infrastructure design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, energy codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Interest in innovative design, specifically in renewable energies and sustainable, high-performing buildings.
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving electrical engineering principles.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.
• Ability to work extended schedules as required by project-specific needs.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with new construction and high-rise building design (mix-use, residential, and office).
• PE License or LEED AP certification.
• Knowledge of AGI32 and SKM software.
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120).
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected salary range: $92,800 - $165,440, based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.