Data Center Electrical Engineer, Assistant Vice President

Data Center Electrical Engineer, Assistant Vice PresidentAccelerate possibilities. The WSP Data Center CoE (Center of Excellence) is growing, and we're looking for smart, responsive, collaborative people to join us. Our CoE is 100% focused on data centers—supporting the world's leading AI and cloud infrastructure companies. You'll work to help tackle our clients' biggest challenges: Where to build? How to secure power and water? How to develop responsibly and become a valued part of the community? AI is transforming life from scientific discoveries to smarter transportation and more sustainable communities. Data centers make it possible.With us, you can build impact, deliver remarkable projects, and grow your career while shaping the future of the data center industry.This OpportunityWhat You'll Do:WSP is currently initiating a search for a Data Center Electrical Engineer, Assistant Vice President to work out of our Tempe AZ office. As an AVP 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 proceduresProven 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 emphasis10+ years of experience in designing electrical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial or mission critical/data center buildingsRegistered Professional Engineer (PE)Experience 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-starterParticipate in conference programs including panels, lectures, poster sessions, papers and presentationsPreferred Qualifications: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