Senior Electrical Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join our California Buildings team at WSP. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects based out of our San Jose or Sacramento office.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for determining well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data relating to project components, equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing, IFR/IRC detailed design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations for design work.

You will review and advise on third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans, and perform professional and complex electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.

You will incorporate future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements with equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.

You will support senior engineers with research and recommendations of components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations, and verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical input and guidance on various engineering, design, testing maintenance modifications, and construction procedures and issues.

You will develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, grounding touch and step potentials, short circuit study, protective device coordination, one-line diagram development, protective relaying, and substation switchyard layouts, and develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates; preparing construction safety and phasing plans, and updating electrical infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.

You will work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, scientific, and construction professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects, assist with laying out installations, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.

You will prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses, and maintain a high level of quality and responsiveness to client requirements in alignment with Pickett's standards.

You will provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers, prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or opportunities, and assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities.

You will prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs), comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention, and interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.

You will remain current in latest electrical engineering techniques and practices, work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects, and 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.

You will perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or closely related discipline, and 5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for large capital projects.

You should have Engineer in Training Certification, experience working with Operations and project controls for purposes of reporting and proposal development, and proficient knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.

You should also have experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects, working knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements, and ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of electrical engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.

You should have project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work, ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies, and effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

You should be a highly capable self-leader with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment, able to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC, and proficient with technical writing, office automation, AutoCAD electrical, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.

You should have developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution, and ability to assertively direct others in the field such as subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.

You should have a proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies, and ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek, and occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career, including coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (all locations): $99,800- $145,530

WSP 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.

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About WSP

WSP 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.

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