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WSP in the U.S. · 5 hours ago

Power Studies Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)

Tempe, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm, and they are seeking a Power Studies Engineer for their Tempe, AZ office. The role involves analyzing complex power and building systems, performing various studies, and generating reports while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with clients.

AssociationBankingE-Commerce

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform preliminary short circuit calculations to validate equipment ratings during design

Build power system models which accurately reflect designed and constructed systems

Perform medium- and low-voltage coordination studies to develop optimum protective relay and breaker settings balancing safety and operational reliability

Evaluate submitted equipment for capability to withstand available fault current at points throughout the distribution system

Perform arc flash studies in compliance with NFPA and industry standards

Generate short circuit, coordination, and arc flash study reports, along with arc flash labels

Perform reliability studies in accordance with IEEE Gold Book standards and industry practices

Lead junior staff, train, and mentor

Coordinate with internal design leads and clients to obtain required information, discuss options, and develop solutions

Educate clients on the importance of breaker coordination and arc flash

Perform QA/QC on calculations and studies performed by others

Refine and maintain standards for power studies and reports across offices

Assist project management with scheduling, scope development, and proposal development

Strategically contribute to overall firm goals

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

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringPower StudiesArc Flash AnalysisNFPA StandardsSKM PowerToolsProtective Relaying DesignStrategic ThinkingCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

3-5 years electrical power studies experience

Technical leadership and strong background in electrical studies

Knowledge of building codes, NFPA 70 & 70E, and IEEE 1584

Experience with SKM PowerTools

Strategic thinking, suggesting, and implementing improvements

Ability to listen to client needs, engage with design team members, and drive project beyond expectations

Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate

Preferred

Protective relaying design experience

Experience with ReliaSoft BlockSim

P.E

Large scale facilities or Mission Critical/Data Center experience

Experience with other power studies tools (ETAP, Easypower etc)

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Retirement savings

Company

WSP in the U.S.

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