Senior Power Studies Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)

Job Description 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. Role Overview kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP USA company, is hiring a Power Studies Engineer to work out of Houston, TX . The engineer will analyze complex power and other building systems, including generator plants, medium voltage distribution, and uninterruptible power systems, coordinate medium voltage relays and low voltage circuit breakers, and perform arc flash analysis. The results will be compiled into final reports for project leads. Your Impact Perform preliminary short‑circuit calculations to validate equipment ratings during design. Build power system models that accurately reflect designed and constructed systems. Conduct medium- and low‑voltage coordination studies to develop optimum protective relay and breaker settings, balancing safety and operational reliability. Evaluate submitted equipment for capability to withstand available fault current at points throughout the distribution system. Perform arc flash studies in compliance with NFPA and industry standards. Generate short‑circuit, coordination, and arc flash study reports, along with arc flash labels. Conduct reliability studies in accordance with IEEE Gold Book standards and industry practices. Lead junior staff, train, and mentor. Coordinate with internal design leads and clients to obtain required information, discuss options, and develop solutions. Educate clients on the importance of breaker coordination and arc flash. Perform QA/QC on calculations and studies performed by others. Refine and maintain standards for power studies and reports across offices. Assist project management with scheduling, scope development, and proposal development. Strategically contribute to overall firm goals. Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Ideal candidates have an interest in power studies production work, a background in physics or engineering, and experience in building design or power studies. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant work experience. 5+ years electrical power studies experience. Technical leadership and strong background in electrical studies. Knowledge of building codes, NFPA 70 & 70E, and IEEE 1584. Experience with SKM PowerTools. Strategic thinking, suggesting, and implementing improvements. Ability to listen to client needs, engage with design team members, and drive projects beyond expectations. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate. Preferred Qualifications Protective relaying design experience. Experience with ReliaSoft BlockSim. P.E. Large‑scale facilities or Mission Critical/Data Center experience. Experience with other power studies tools (ETAP, Easypower, etc.). Compensation and Benefits WSP provides 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. Expected Salary: $104,000 – $150,000. Equal Opportunity Employer 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 will become the property of WSP, and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation. #J-18808-Ljbffr