Senior Electrical Engineer - Buildings

About the role

WSP is initiating a search for a Senior Electrical Engineer for the South Jordan, UT office. The position works with the Property and Buildings Team on a variety of large and small projects, focusing heavily on healthcare, science & technology, higher education, and commercial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex new construction, renovation, and electrical infrastructure projects, reviewing and approving design plans to ensure data integrity and compliance with codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Apply high‑level electrical engineering techniques across project phases: concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation.
• Plan and incorporate future‑ready techniques, operating strategies, and diverse electrical design requirements.
• Prepare and review electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, grounding touch and step potentials, short‑circuit studies, overcurrent protective device coordination, one‑line diagram development, and protective relaying.
• Lead MEP engineering projects, managing budgets, tracking hours and expenses, supervising subcontractors, and ensuring technical calculations are accurate.
• Develop and review plans, specifications, and cost estimates; update electrical infrastructure layout plans in coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub‑consultants, and clients.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, concepts, and recommendations.
• Provide guidance and leadership to project members with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Stay current with the latest electrical engineering techniques and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5–7 years of post‑education experience delivering design for large capital projects.
• Engineer in Training certification.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, and permitting processes.
• Knowledge of NEC, ICC building codes, and IECC energy codes.
• Ability to use innovative analytical techniques to solve complex technical problems.
• Experience coordinating and managing tasks within larger projects.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Project management experience on small to mid‑level projects, including tracking hours and expenses.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for both engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Strong self‑leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment.
• Capability to work independently and mentor junior team members while maintaining QA/QC standards.
• Proficiency in technical writing, office automation, discipline‑specific design software, mathematical principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and related tools.
• Critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills for data analysis, statistical evaluation, and economical solution development.
• Assertive direction of field personnel and subcontractors to ensure safe and efficient task completion.
• Commitment to building solid client relationships.
• Team‑player attitude: responsive, reliable, and collaborative.
• Proven safety record and adherence to WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Flexibility to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel as required by project needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• LEED Accredited Professional designation.
• Experience with healthcare projects.
• Additional project management experience.

Benefits

WSP offers a comprehensive benefits suite that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; retirement savings plans; paid sick leave; paid vacation or personal time; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected salary range: $94,300 – $137,400, based on education, experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.

Schedule

The role may require work schedules beyond the typical workweek to meet project demands, and occasional travel may be necessary depending on specific project requirements.