Lead Electrical Engineer

WSP•Seattle, WA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

WSP USA is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer for its Transportation & Infrastructure team in its downtown Seattle, Washington office. The role supports local transportation and infrastructure planning and design projects, including transit stations, tunnels, roadways, bridges, bus rapid transit, seawalls and piers, and parks. The successful candidate will join an established local transportation electrical engineering team and lead technical design and delivery of electrical power, lighting, fire alarm, and control systems through planning, design, and construction. The position includes leading project technical designs, conducting client-facing meetings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior staff, and supporting successful project execution. WSP also describes hybrid workplace flexibility, career development support, employee resource networks, and interdisciplinary exposure. The role requires applying electrical engineering expertise to project design, code compliance, assessments, construction review, calculations, and coordination with clients and project partners. The engineer is expected to uphold WSP’s conduct, safety, and related policies and perform additional responsibilities as business needs require.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
7 to 10 years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer on transportation and infrastructure projects.
Professional Engineering license.
Proficiency in electrical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and their application to permitting and project-related work.
Specific knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Demonstrated production experience delivering project plans, specifications, estimates, and reports.
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
High proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with Agi32 lighting software.
Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
Effectiveness coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
Track 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.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ETAP or SKM power analysis software.
Washington PE license.
Recognition in the local engineering community.
Experience in task lead and project management roles, including management of scope, schedule, and budget.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and production of transportation and infrastructure electrical projects, including electrical power services and distribution, emergency and standby power, interior and exterior lighting, fire alarm and control, and low-voltage systems.
Lead and participate in multidisciplinary project meetings with design team members and clients.
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and quality management plans.
Conduct site investigations, facility assessments, condition evaluations, and construction observation visits.
Review construction submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs for compliance with project requirements.
Prepare and review electrical power calculations for loads, equipment sizing and layout, grounding, short-circuit studies, protective-device coordination, and arc flash.
Prepare and review lighting calculations for interior and exterior applications, including fixture specifications and lighting controls.
Apply electrical engineering techniques to identify improvements across concept development, preliminary and final design, procurement, construction, and operation.
Collaborate with project managers, architects, civil and structural engineers, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients.
Mentor and guide junior engineers.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external clients.
Remain current in electrical engineering techniques and practices.
Make responsible and ethical decisions 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.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Disability and life coverage.
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.
Hybrid workplace flexibility.
Career development support.
Employee resource networks.
Broad interdisciplinary exposure through WSP.