Electrical Engineering- Senior

Senior Electrical EngineerWSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Electrical Engineer with the potential to work out of Arlington, VA; Seattle, WA or Denver, CO and be involved in projects with our Federal Programs Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.Your ImpactWork in a joint leadership capacity within a mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) discipline team providing design and technical advice in a senior engineering capacity on a wide range of projects.Develop construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and basis of design for facilities and infrastructure that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.Involved from project inception to completion in the design and construction of facility and infrastructure projects, including new and renovation work.Coordinate with the Government, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and vendors in the execution of the design and construction oversight.Assist with engineering review of permit applications, engineering design plans and specifications, standby plans and engineering contracts, and periodic construction inspections, to ensure that they comply with applicable state and/or federal regulations and sound engineering practice and standards.Meet with various public or private entities or individuals to discuss issues relating to a variety of electrical/engineering/construction challenges and programs.Using initiative, with minimal supervision, execute all technical aspects of your discipline or have specific specialist experience applicable to the role.Work with the clients and planning team to define requirements, establish clear direction, and interpret the needs of the project as a whole to meet the full delivery needs.Lead larger-scale electrical engineering projects and oversee electrical staff in the execution of the project. Travel to project sites, Government offices and equipment manufacturer facilities as required.Mentor staff to perform professional and more complex electrical engineering work relating to the design of lighting, power, grounding, lightning protection, and signal systems in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.Incorporate and promote future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements/strategies that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.Manage senior, junior and entry-level electrical engineers and designers with research and recommendations of components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations.Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines, other engineers, planners, and infrastructure authorities within and external to WSP on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded facility and infrastructure projects as well as proposal and business development opportunities.Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.Who You AreRequired QualificationsBachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited college or university, or equivalent.10+ years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for small, medium, and large capital projects.Professional Engineering registration.Strong knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.Expert knowledge of NFPA 70 National Electrical Code, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, and NFPA 780 Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems.Revit and AutoCAD proficiency.SKM Power Tools for Windows, Easy Power, and/or ETAP proficiency.MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Project proficiency.Experience with planning and conducting inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies.Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing intricate ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.Strong self-leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with clients, regulators, project managers, and employees at all levels of the organization.Works independently to provide guidance and leadership to junior to mid-level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.Experienced with providing critical review for documents and preparing technical deliverables and plans with a high degree of complexity.Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.Experience working with Operations and project controls for purposes of reporting and proposal development.Proficient knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design-bid-build, design-build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issuesProven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.Travel up to 25% may be required depending on project-specific requirements.Preferred QualificationsCurrent security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.Ability to manage electrical department workload, identify staffing needs and assign project resources.Experience in medium voltage distribution design from substation to building service transformer.Experience in Airfield Lighting or Maritime Shore Power Systems design.Experience in roadway lighting design.Experience in Life Cycle Cost Analysis for Renewable Energy Systems using NIST BLCC 5.Experience in Energy Audits for Lighting and Electrical Systems.Experience in SCIF and TEMPEST facility design applying ICD/ICS 705 and NSA 94-106 requirements.Preferred location is Arlington, VAWSP Benefits:WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid vacation (or other personal time); Compensation:Expected Salary (all locations): $125,900 - 213,200WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.Expected Salary (Colorado only): $134,700 - $200,100WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.