WSP · 1 day ago
Technical Director, Electrical Engineering
3 CenterPointe Dr, Lake Oswego, OR, 97035, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
15+ years expWSP is currently seeking a Technical Director, Electrical Engineering with HVDC & FACTS expertise for their Lake Oswego, OR office or remote work. The role involves providing leadership in electrical engineering, ensuring technical deliverables meet industry standards, and mentoring other engineers while managing complex infrastructure projects.
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Responsibilities
Provide proactive and strategic leadership for HVDC, FACTS and electrical engineering discipline and function, offering direction, expertise, and support
Provide technical leadership in business development
Develop technical/functional specifications for HVDC Converter Station, FACTS and EHV Substation equipment
Develop Front End Engineering Design deliverables, including primary plant layouts for HVDC Converter stations, technology review/selection and bid preparation/review
Provide expert technical advice for HVDC OEM design reviews
Design reviews of HVDC Control and Protection
Serve as the primary liaison between the project team, OEMs, and client
Provide engineering design input to major electrical power infrastructural development projects through various lifecycle stages
Coordinate with client project teams and internal team disciplines
Lead design reviews during engineering phase, including cross functional teams
Lead and direct others during detailed design of HVDC converter station balance of plant design as well as design of all interfaces to substation
As Subject Matter Expert, review test plans, witness and approve factory acceptance tests, review commissioning plans and provide technical support during commissioning tests
Supervise site pre-commissioning and commissioning oversight
Mentor and provide guidance to other engineers
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the company’s KMP (Knowledge Management Program) for HVDC and FACTS
Organize and oversee the implementation of WSP’s quality process and management system
Develop and lead internal/external technical training at corporate events
Regularly prepare and present white papers and technical content marketing pieces
Actively engaged in leadership positions within nationally recognized technical societies
Remain current in latest electrical engineering techniques and practices
Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients
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
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
15+ years of relevant post education experience in electrical engineering and infrastructure design for capital projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at a utility, industrial, or commercial scale
Experience in HVDC converter station design, FACTS and 15kV through 500kV AC substations
Extensive knowledge base and skill set in the application and procurement of HVDC converter station systems for the electric utility market
Strong experience in managing the review and approval of documents and discipline-specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi-project environment is highly desirable
Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
Advanced proficiency with electrical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, standard of care, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues
Advanced proficiency with infrastructure design
Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC
Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization
Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment
Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, clients, regulators, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exists
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred
MSEE (MS in Electrical Engineering) strongly preferred
Professional Engineering license (PE) is preferred, but candidate with equivalent combination of education and experience with the ability to obtain a PE license will be considered
Company
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
Founded in 2011New York, New York, USA
10001+ employees
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$40.25MKey Investors
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2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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