Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (Generation)

WSP is seeking a Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join our team in Oradell, NJ, Mt. Laurel, NJ, or Overland Park, KS. This role involves working on power generation projects as part of a growing organization focused on meeting client objectives and solving challenges.

About the role

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP brings expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management. Our vision is to be the preeminent global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. With over 73,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide, we collaborate to create positive, long-lasting impacts on communities through innovation, integrity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Develop instrumentation and control design documents for power generation projects.
• Coordinate with colleagues in other engineering disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Coordinate with clients, equipment vendors, and contractors on projects.
• Provide instrumentation and control engineering support to clients, including developing criteria and specifications for new power projects, reviewing documents from sub-contractors and vendors, monitoring construction progress, and responding to contractor questions.
• Support field commissioning during project start-up efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• 7+ years of Power Generation Instrumentation and Controls experience.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in coordinating and directing subcontractors and others to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and abiding by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol policies.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying schedules, prioritize responsibilities, and work under pressure.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading a team of engineers is a plus.
• Network and SCADA Design experience.
• Experience working in SmartPlant Instrumentation databases.
• Professional Engineer Licensure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Visio, Access, etc.).

Benefits

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

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

Pay

Expected salary range (all locations): $98,300 - $159,300. The final compensation will be based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environmental markets. With over 15,000 employees across 300+ U.S. offices, we partner with clients to help communities prosper. WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model while providing comprehensive benefits to support employees' health and financial stability throughout their careers.