Apply on Employer Site

WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Technical Director, Electrical Engineering

Lake Oswego, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Technical Director, Electrical Engineering with HVDC & FACTS expertise. The role involves providing leadership and technical guidance in electrical engineering projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring other engineers.

AssociationBankingE-Commerce

H1B Sponsor Likely

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

HVDC expertiseFACTS expertiseElectrical engineeringInfrastructure designProject managementAnalytical skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaborationAdaptability

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 in the U.S.

Glassdoor3.7

What if you could shape built and natural environments – and the future of those that use them? With us, you can.

Founded in 1980

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.ccrd.com

H1B Sponsorship

WSP in the U.S. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2022 (1)

2021 (2)