Electrical Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)

WSP • Herndon, VA

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About The Position

kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is currently initiating a search for an Electrical Engineer
for our kW Herndon, VA office.

As an Electrical Engineer with us, you will design complex power and other
building systems including generator plants, medium voltage distribution,
uninterruptible power systems, lighting, fire alarm, and grounding.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis
• 3+ years of experience in designing electrical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial or mission critical/data center buildings
• Proficiency with applicable software packages including AutoCAD, Revit, SKM, eTap or Cyme
• Knowledge of building, electrical and energy codes
• Ability to organize and present design information to project staff
• Attention to detail, highly organized, self-starter
• Ability to travel to project sites

Nice To Haves

• EIT or Registered Professional Engineer (PE), if applicable
• Experience with the analysis and modeling of short circuit, coordination, and arc flash analysis
• Experience with the design of highly reliable, robust and concurrently maintainable Medium and Low Voltage infrastructure
• Mission Critical/Data Center experience
• Experience with international projects

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for buildings including lighting, receptable, general, essential, and critical electrical infrastructure
• Work in a team or independently, planning and executing engineering tasks within projects
• Demonstrate significant understanding of the range of services provided by the kW MCE engineering teams & related practices
• Lead the electrical design of complex projects
• Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners
• Attend client meetings and contribute to discussions
• Communicate complex electrical engineering concepts and decisions to clients and stakeholders
• Integrate complex electrical engineering requirements into facility designs
• Interact regularly with clients to maintain current relationships and develop new relationships
• Research & recommend fundamental components identified in electrical designs
• Develop equipment rooms layouts, floor plan, and one-line diagrams
• Prepare short circuit, coordination and arc flash calculations
• Survey and evaluate existing conditions

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level