Lead Electrical Engineer - Buildings

WSP•St. Louis, MO

3d•$107,600 - $159,800

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer for its Property & Buildings Team in the Saint Louis, Missouri office. The role provides senior technical assistance and guidance for due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction on utility, industrial, and commercial-scale projects in public and private sectors. Work includes research, design, concept development, planning, and construction of electrical building systems, standby generation, power distribution and regulation, renewable energy, and protection and control systems across life science, healthcare, utilities, transportation, buildings, and government projects. The engineer prepares and substantiates reports and documentation concerning materials, installations, designs, components, and construction specifications, and ensures work meets or exceeds industry standards for quality, safety, and functionality. The position leads complex building electrical design and coordination across multiple concurrent projects, provides guidance and training to junior engineers, coordinates with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and supports business development and client relationships. It requires independent judgment, quality assurance, professional communication, and the ability to accommodate project schedules that may extend beyond a typical workweek. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering.
7 to 10 years of relevant post-education engineering experience, including prior electrical design experience.
Professional Engineer license required.
Proficiency in electrical engineering codes, principles, practices, processes, design, and permitting and project-work applications.
Extensive knowledge of building electrical infrastructure design.
Competence and comprehensive knowledge of adjacent disciplines, including lighting, fire protection, and low-voltage systems.
Experience in electrical infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including renovation and new-construction projects.
Knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Ability to perform technical computations and calculations, interpret plans and specifications, and compare findings with applicable regulations.
Ability to plan and conduct observations and investigations of facility or structure construction and design in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
Effective 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 with minimal oversight, guide and lead junior team or project members, and adhere strictly to QA/QC.
Proficiency in technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software, technology, mathematics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools. Examples listed include Revit, BIM, AutoCAD, SKM/Dapper, AGI32, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to interpret test results and data, perform computations and statistical analysis, and reach effective, economical, and logical solutions.
Ability to coordinate and assertively direct delegated tasks to complete work safely and efficiently.
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 requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

LEED certification desired.
Client list or experience winning work within the region.

Responsibilities

Determine methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data related to building electrical systems, equipment specifications, procurement packages and pricing, authority reviews, and CEC/NEC design requirements.
Review and advise on third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans, and gather resources to solve problems.
Perform complex electrical engineering design, including single-line diagrams, distribution equipment arrangements, grounding grids, and lightning protection in accordance with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
Coordinate and review drawings from vendors, engineers, and architects, and develop future-ready concepts and designs.
Lead junior engineers in researching and recommending design components and field equipment applications.
Verify site characteristics and provide technical input on engineering, design, and concept development issues.
Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, short-circuit studies, protective-device coordination, and single-line diagrams.
Develop plans and specifications and update electrical infrastructure layouts in coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
Execute work individually and with cross-functional teams on concurrent projects; help lay out installations, balance innovation with budgets and schedules, and ensure conformance with specifications, permits, compliance documentation, and field-observation reporting.
Prepare data visualizations and documentation, including tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations.
Maintain quality and responsiveness to client requirements and communicate proactively with staff and building officials about issues requiring resolution.
Guide and train entry-level engineers, exercise independent judgment in supervision, and monitor staffing allocations to meet business needs.
Prepare technical reports and presentations explaining research, findings, and recommendations related to design or construction issues and opportunities.
Analyze, evaluate, and interpret data from field investigations.
Build relationships with existing and prospective clients and develop small amounts of profitable new business.
Interact professionally with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients.
Stay current with electrical engineering techniques and practices.
Collaborate with engineers and planners on infrastructure authority projects funded at federal, state, regional, and local levels.
Make responsible and ethical decisions concerning company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Disability coverage
Life insurance
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation or other personal time
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings