Intermediate Electrical Engineer

WSP•Tempe, AZ

23d

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for an energetic Intermediate Electrical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary Process Infrastructure and Design team based in Phoenix, Arizona on a full-time basis. The team you will join will offer an interesting diversity of global clients and projects in Environmental Infrastructure facilities, renewable energy, surface and underground mine infrastructure including dewatering, material handling, fuel and lube, maintenance shops, and pumping stations, industrial facilities, landfills and contaminated soil sites. Are you looking for an opportunity to be challenged, make an impact with an established engineering consulting firm that values its employee’s enthusiasm, provide technical contributions, and a great culture to allow for growth in your career? We encourage you to apply for this opportunity. Your Impact Prepare Electrical design drawings and documents in consideration with safety, construction, and operations. Preparing equipment, procurement, and construction work packages. Perform engineering and design calculations for cables, major electrical equipment, lighting, grounding, etc. Perform Power system modelling (short circuit, Arcflash, Protection & Coordination) with tools such as SKM Powertools, ETAP, etc. Prepare design drawings and documents in power distribution, motor controls, grounding and lighting design. Creating Costing estimates, material take-off and CWP. Liaise with internal clients regularly to ensure project objectives are being managed and achieved in alignment with expectations. Participate in regular project meetings to ensure quality client delivery. 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. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

BS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university and/or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering consulting
Active professional member with NCEES or eligible for membership as Professional Engineer (PE).
Experience with design calculations for power system design, major electrical equipment, lighting, grounding, etc.
Prepare engineering and design documents such as single line diagram, Motor schematics, PLC panel drawings, layouts
Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
Proficiency in the Microsoft suite of software such as Word and Excel.
Experience with discipline-specific design software: AutoCAD, REVIT, SKM/ETAP
A team player attitude and be able to work with multiple projects.
Must pass background check
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Ability and willingness to travel to various client sites, attend project meetings and conduct field review.
Approximately 25% travel.

Nice To Haves

Previous electrical engineering and/or design experience in utilities, mining, water treatment, landfill or energy projects would be considered an asset.
Engineer in Training Certification.
A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

Prepare Electrical design drawings and documents in consideration with safety, construction, and operations.
Preparing equipment, procurement, and construction work packages.
Perform engineering and design calculations for cables, major electrical equipment, lighting, grounding, etc.
Perform Power system modelling (short circuit, Arcflash, Protection & Coordination) with tools such as SKM Powertools, ETAP, etc.
Prepare design drawings and documents in power distribution, motor controls, grounding and lighting design.
Creating Costing estimates, material take-off and CWP.
Liaise with internal clients regularly to ensure project objectives are being managed and achieved in alignment with expectations.
Participate in regular project meetings to ensure quality client delivery.
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.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.