Vice President, Electrical Engineer - Buildings
About the role
This opportunity is for a Vice President, Electrical Engineer to join WSP’s Property & Buildings team in Irvine, CA. The role is ideal for a licensed Electrical Engineer with deep healthcare experience who can bring both technical excellence and business development acumen.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a technical leader for electrical engineering design on complex healthcare projects (hospitals, clinical facilities, life sciences, and related sectors)
- Lead the full project lifecycle from concept development through construction and close-out
- Drive client relationships and business development efforts, including pursuits, proposals, and market growth strategies
- Coordinate, review, and approve electrical system designs, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations
- Oversee design of power distribution, emergency systems, lighting, and life safety systems
- Provide strategic direction and mentorship to engineering teams, supporting staff development and technical excellence
- Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions aligned with client objectives
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, strengthening long-term partnerships and expanding WSP’s healthcare footprint
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- 12+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering design, with a strong emphasis on healthcare facilities
- Demonstrated experience leading large, complex healthcare projects
- Proven success in client engagement and business development
- Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and healthcare-specific codes/standards
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Established network within the Southern California healthcare market
- Experience working on large, multi-disciplinary teams across regional or national projects
- Familiarity with Revit/BIM and advanced design technologies
- Prior experience in a leadership or executive-level engineering role
Benefits
WSP offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings. Compensation ranges from $174,400 to $259,100.
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Expected Salary: $174,400 - $259,100
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