Senior Technical Director, Electrical Engineer
About the role
This Opportunity At WSP, we are driving the future of industrial facility design through innovation, technical excellence, and integrated delivery. We are seeking a Senior Technical Director, Electrical Engineer to join our Industrial Center of Excellence (CoE)—setting the technical vision and driving growth across key industrial markets including manufacturing, food & beverage, advanced facilities, and energy transition.
Responsibilities
Define and lead the national strategy and vision for Electrical Engineering across the Industrial CoE
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, influencing business investment, innovation, and growth priorities
Drive market expansion and revenue growth across industrial sectors (Manufacturing, Advanced Facilities, Energy, etc.)
Establish WSP as a recognized industry leader in industrial electrical systems and infrastructure
Build and maintain executive-level client relationships, including Fortune 500 and global industrial clients
Champion innovation, digital delivery, and advanced technologies (smart manufacturing, electrification, decarbonization)
Ensure consistent delivery of complex, large-scale industrial projects with technical excellence and quality
Lead, mentor, and inspire regional and national leadership teams across electrical engineering
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
15+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering and leadership roles
Proven experience in executive leadership, business growth, and large-scale operations
Strong track record managing P&L, strategic growth, and complex project portfolios
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required
Deep expertise in industrial power systems, manufacturing facilities, and mission-critical environments
Recognized as an industry leader with strong external presence and influence
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Skills
Required:
Business & Strategic Leadership
Client & Market Leadership
Technical Leadership
Operational Excellence
People & Leadership Development
Benefits
WSP Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Pay
Compensation
Expected Salary: $168,900 - $283,600
Schedule
N/A
Benefits
WSP Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
About WSP
About Us
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs 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 our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
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