Senior Electrical Engineer - Buildings

WSP is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for our Property & Buildings Team in Detroit, MI. This role involves supporting the design and delivery of electrical systems for a diverse portfolio of commercial, healthcare, higher education, civic, residential, and mixed-use projects.

About the role

The ideal candidate is a technically strong engineer who enjoys collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and contributing to innovative, sustainable building solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering design and analysis for building systems projects.
• Develop construction documents, specifications, calculations, and technical reports.
• Design power distribution, lighting, emergency power, grounding, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
• Coordinate designs with architects, owners, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support project managers in meeting project schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
• Utilize Revit and BIM tools to develop and coordinate project designs.
• Conduct field investigations, site visits, and existing condition assessments.
• Assist with construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and supporting project closeout.
• Review work for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Support technical excellence initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering or related discipline.
• 5–7 years of relevant electrical engineering experience in the design of building systems.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain licensure in the near term.

Skills

• Working knowledge of:
  • National Electrical Code (NEC)
  • Building and energy codes
  • Electrical distribution systems
  • Lighting and lighting controls
  • Emergency and standby power systems
  • Fire alarm systems
• Experience using:
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • SKM, ETAP, or similar analysis software
  • Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience in healthcare, higher education, commercial, laboratory, or civic facilities.
• Familiarity with sustainable design principles and energy-efficient building systems.
• LEED AP, WELL AP, or similar credential.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary design teams.
• Familiarity with construction administration and field observation activities.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected salary range: $94,300 - $137,400 (Colorado-specific range based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, and internal equity).

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. We design 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 clients to help communities prosper. WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs.