Senior Consultant, Electrical Engineer

WSP • Baltimore, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Senior Consultant, Electrical Engineer for its Baltimore, Maryland office to support projects with the Mid-Atlantic Transportation Team. The role provides technical assistance and guidance for due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial-scale projects in public and private sectors. Work includes research, design, concept development, and construction support for transmission and distribution substations, power distribution and regulation, renewable energy, and protection and control systems across utility, transportation, building, and government projects. The position also prepares and substantiates technical reports and documentation and ensures work meets industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

The Senior Consultant develops and reviews engineering designs, calculations, specifications, estimates, plans, and reports; coordinates with clients, owners, and multidisciplinary project teams; and supports project delivery, field investigations, safety planning, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. The role also provides guidance and training to entry-level engineers and may involve occasional travel and schedules extending beyond a typical workweek, depending on project requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for large capital projects.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
• Experience working with Operations and project controls for reporting and proposal development.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and their application to permitting and project work.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new-design projects.
• Working knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Ability to perform technical computations and calculations using electrical engineering principles, interpret plans and specifications, and compare facts with applicable regulations.
• Project management experience with small- to mid-level projects, including tracking project hours and expenses.
• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations relating to facility or structure construction and design, applying applicable regulations and policies.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills and ability to communicate professionally with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Strong self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members while adhering to QA/QC requirements.
• Proficiency in technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (such as CADD, Aspen, CAPE, ETAP, and SKM), Revit, MicroStation, AutoCAD Electrical, technology, mathematics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to apply technical knowledge, interpret test results and data, conduct statistical analysis, and identify effective, economical, and logical solutions.
• Ability to direct subcontractors and others in the field to complete tasks 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-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required, depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
• Experience managing small- to mid-size projects.
• 40-hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER), under 29 CFR 1910.120.
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.

Responsibilities

• Determine methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data related to substation components, equipment specifications, procurement packages, detailed design and review processes, and applicable standards and regulations.
• Review third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans.
• Perform electrical engineering design for single-line and three-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, general arrangements, substation layouts and bus arrangements, grounding grids, and lightning protection.
• Develop equipment sizing, cabling, AC/DC panel, conduit, and trenching designs while considering end-user, system, and infrastructure safety and functionality.
• Research and recommend design components and support field equipment applications and operations.
• Assess site characteristics and provide technical guidance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, modifications, and construction procedures and issues.
• Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, grounding touch and step potentials, short-circuit studies, protective-device coordination, one-line diagrams, protective relaying, and substation switchyard layouts.
• Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, construction safety and phasing plans, and electrical infrastructure layout plans in coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
• Execute multiple concurrent projects individually or as part of cross-functional teams; assist with installation layouts and material, equipment, and labor estimates; and ensure work conforms to specifications, permits, compliance documentation, and technical analyses.
• Prepare tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations to present data, findings, or analyses.
• Maintain quality and responsiveness to client requirements in alignment with Pickett’s standards.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations explaining research, findings, and recommendations concerning design or construction issues and opportunities.
• Assist with analysis and interpretation of field investigation data and development of action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities.
• Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
• Comply with regulatory requirements concerning data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and records compliance and retention.
• Interact professionally with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients.
• Remain current in electrical engineering techniques and practices and collaborate on infrastructure improvement and development projects funded by Federal, State, regional, and local authorities.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 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.

What This Job Offers

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