Early Career Electrical Engineer - Buildings
About The Position
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Early Career Electrical Engineer for our Kansas City, MO office. Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated early-career professional looking to launch and grow their engineering career while working alongside industry-leading experts on a broad range of building projects. You will support the design and delivery of electrical systems for commercial, healthcare, higher education, science & technology, federal, and civic facilities. As part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will gain hands-on experience throughout all phases of project development, from planning and design through construction administration, while receiving mentorship and professional development support to help advance your career.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or similar Building Systems related bachelor’s programs from an ABET-accredited program.
- 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
- Basic understanding of electrical power systems and building electrical design principles.
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple assignments.
- The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.
Nice To Haves
- Previous internship, co-op, or design experience in consulting engineering, construction, or building systems.
- Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, AGi32, SKM, ETAP, or similar design software.
- Exposure to healthcare, commercial, higher education, federal, or science & technology projects.
- Interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
- LEED Green Associate or interest in sustainable building design.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the design of building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
- Support engineers in developing construction documents, technical specifications, calculations, and reports.
- Participate in electrical load calculations, short-circuit studies, voltage drop analyses, and lighting calculations.
- Utilize Revit, AutoCAD, and other engineering software to develop project designs and documentation.
- Coordinate with architects, mechanical engineers, plumbing engineers, structural engineers, and other project stakeholders.
- Assist with site visits, field investigations, facility assessments, and construction observation activities.
- Support the preparation of engineering studies, reports, and technical presentations.
- Review shop drawings, product submittals, and requests for information (RFIs) under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Maintain a strong understanding of applicable building codes, electrical codes, and WSP quality standards.
- Participate in project meetings and contribute to successful project delivery.
- Continue developing technical knowledge through mentorship, training programs, and professional development opportunities.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- disability
- life
- retirement savings
- paid sick leave
- paid vacation (or other personal time)
- paid parental leave
- paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
