Lead Electrical Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)

Job-ID: 85611Category: EngineeringLocation: Milwaukee, WI, United StatesPosted: 2026-04-24Great people. Great places. Great projects. kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is a high-performance, fast-paced consulting engineering firm designing data centers and mission critical environments across the globe. We hire smart, responsive, team players to work in collaborative and mentoring office settings. Our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, telecommunications, and security building system designs keep many of the world’s top Fortune 100 financial, technology, enterprise, hyperscale, and colocation companies up and running 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We work on innovative, award-winning, large-scale projects. We travel to construction sites to see our designs being built. As part of WSP, we are able to offer our employees increased professional development and career opportunities in addition to kW MCE’s office culture which is consistently recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work.” Join our great people at our great places designing great projects.This OpportunityWhat You’ll Do:kW Mission Critical Engineering is currently initiating a search for a Lead Electrical Engineer supporting our kW office out of Milwaukee, WI. We are open to candidates sitting in Chicago, IL as well.As a Lead Electrical Engineer with us, you will design complex power and other building systems including generator plants, medium voltage distribution, uninterruptible power systems, lighting, fire alarm, and grounding while leading projects and a team of electrical engineers.Your ImpactProduce high quality technical and professional deliverables for projects and proposalsApply deep knowledge of engineering techniques across multiple technical functionsUtilize advanced analytical and design techniques to solve technical problemsExemplify well-developed advanced experience in electrical disciplineLead the development of initial electrical system conceptsPresent complex technical solutions to clientsManage and coordinate project teams and projectsDevelop work plans to address technical issues within project time and budgetWork within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building ownersAttend and lead client meetingsManage and mentor junior staffCollaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members, equipment vendors and manufacturersPerform project management activities including writing proposals, establishing budgets, and managing client interactionsCoordinate activities concerned with technical development, scheduling, and resolving engineering design issuesCoordinate the activities of technical staff from project award through project completionDesign complex and large electrical medium voltage and low voltage distribution systems and electrical building systems (i.e. general power, lighting, grounding, etc.) Survey and evaluation of existing conditionsDevelop project specificationsPerform construction administrationDevelop and maintain client relationshipsContribute and interact with team, develop and manage high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposalsParticipate in local professional organization (attend meetings/lectures), i.e., poster sessions, participate in conference panelExercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP"s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP"s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policiesWho You AreThe ideal candidate has familiarity with Building Information Modeling using Revit, has strong communication skills, and an interest in liaising with internal and external design, client and construction team members. Candidate will have previous experience as a lead project electrical engineer capable of directing the project team.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis or in lieu of a degree, 11+ years of relevant work experience7+ years of experience in designing electrical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial or mission critical/data center buildingsExperience mentoring and training others in fieldStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to interact well with others as well as develop and contribute to high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposalsStrong working knowledge of electrical systems and codesAttention to detail, highly organized, self-starter Participate in conference programs including panels, lectures, poster sessions, papers and presentationsPreferred Qualifications:Registered Professional Engineer (PE)Enhancing credentials (LEED, Uptime ATD, etc.) preferredExperience with the analysis and modeling of short circuit coordination and arc flash studiesMission Critical/Data Center experienceExperience with international projects and knowledge of international codes and standards #LI-TB1About the companyAbout WSPWSP 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.WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.