PTE Project Engineer & Technical Manager

About the role

The Project Engineer / Technical Manager is responsible for primary leadership in the development, sustainment, and compliance of POWER Testing and Energization (PTE)-focused training. Position reports to Business Unit Director.

Responsibilities

• Ensure technical training is developed to support safe, effective, and efficient work processes through a combination of technical understanding, project/client/team needs, and focused growth areas as defined by the PTE personnel and project management teams.
• Work with WSP Training department for integration of existing and future training courses into Horizon LMS, virtual and in-person training as appropriate.
• Support the incorporation of acquired firms, information, or technology into PTE training development as needed.
• Lead the development, tracking, and sustainment of technical training focused on PTE needs as defined by PTE Personnel Management and PTE Project Management teams.
• Facilitate, either through direct leadership or support, classroom and virtual training sessions for safety, technical, and Human Performance Improvement topics, incorporating adult learning principles based on field, project, client, and WSP needs.
• Develop and deliver technical training with a focus on fostering knowledge management and mentoring within the PTE and WSP organization.
• Support project teams in Engineering and Constructability reviews as requested by personnel and project managers.
• Assist with engineering review of permit applications, engineering design plans and specifications, standby plans and engineering contracts, and periodic construction inspections, to ensure that they comply with applicable state and/or federal regulations and sound engineering practice and standards.
• Meet with various public or private entities or individuals to discuss issues relating to a variety of electrical/engineering/construction challenges and programs. Ensure technical reports and presentations explain research, findings, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address electrical, design, and/or construction issues or opportunities.
• Maintain a high level of quality and responsiveness to client requirements in alignment with Pickett’s standards.
• 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.
• 10+ years of experience in the electrical testing industry, including experience with apparatus, relaying, protection and controls, SCADA, and communications systems.
• Engineer license required (multi-state preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate discussions and deliver both classroom and virtual training.
• Proficient with electrical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
• Comprehensive experience in working with adjacent disciplines such as electrical engineering, P&C, SCADA, and telecom.
• Strong knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., CADD, Aspen, CAPE, ETAP, WIN IGS, Inventor, AutoCAD electrical), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Experienced with providing critical review for documents and preparing technical deliverables and plans with a high degree of complexity.
• Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record and the ability to pass drug/alcohol screening.
• Experience in virtual facilitation and managing cross-location learning experiences.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

Qualifications

• Flexible with a variety of schedules to meet business needs and be able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.

Skills

• Technical writing
• Office automation
• Discipline-specific design software (i.e., CADD, Aspen, CAPE, ETAP, WIN IGS, Inventor, AutoCAD electrical)
• Technology
• Math principles
• Predictive models
• Spreadsheets
• Tools
• Technical training delivery
• Virtual facilitation
• Collaboration with other business lines or training teams
• Program and project calendar management
• Cost and timeline estimation
• Engineering support for project and training activities
• Inspection and investigation of construction and design aspects
• Technical report and presentation preparation
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Quality assurance and quality control
• Health and safety compliance
• Adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies

Benefits

WSP USA offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings plans to provide health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to meet business needs.