Data Center Building Automation and Controls Engineer, Assistant Consultant

WSP•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Data Center Building Automation and Controls Engineer, Assistant Consultant for its Milwaukee, Wisconsin office. The role supports the kW Mission Critical Team and WSP’s data center-focused Center of Excellence, working on projects for clients in the data center industry as well as utility, industrial, and commercial-scale projects in public and private sectors. Under general or close supervision, the position provides entry-level electrical engineering assistance across design and project delivery. Work may involve research, design and documentation; substation and power distribution systems; electrical calculations; equipment sizing; field and site investigations; and support for design, testing, maintenance, and construction. The position is expected to produce accurate project documentation and follow applicable standards, safety requirements, permits, and company policies. Occasional travel and schedules that extend beyond a typical workweek may be required to meet project needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
Excellent research skills and an analytical mindset.
General understanding of electrical engineering as applied to design engineering for large capital projects.
Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
Familiarity with discipline-specific design software such as CADD, Aspen, and CAPE, and AutoCAD Electrical.
Record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Ability to work in the United States immediately; the selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training certification.
Prior internship related to the degree of study and specific engineering discipline.
Membership in or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data about substation components, equipment specifications, procurement packages and pricing, design and review processes, and applicable standards and regulations.
Assist with electrical engineering design work, including single-line and three-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, general arrangements, substation layouts and bus arrangements, grounding grids, and lightning protection.
Provide routine engineering and entry-level technical assistance for design requirements, equipment and cable sizing, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching strategies.
Assist with verifying site characteristics and provide technical support on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues.
Develop electrical calculations under close supervision for loads, equipment and feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution.
Prepare accurate and concise project documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field or work-site notebooks and logs.
Follow safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including requirements related to location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Use responsible and ethical judgment regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.