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WSP in the U.S. · 11 hours ago

Lead Electrical Engineering

WSP is a growing organization that is looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer for their Boston, MA office. The role involves providing high-level technical assistance for the design of electrical systems and coordinating with multi-discipline project teams to meet client objectives in various sectors including healthcare and commercial projects.

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Responsibilities

Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawings and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners
Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members
Design of electrical power and emergency power systems
Design of fire alarm and life safety systems
Design of lighting and lighting control systems
Scheduling and selection of electrical components and equipment
Perform electrical load, short circuit and voltage drop calculations
Construction administration phase services
Attend client and other stakeholder meetings
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner
Collaborate with owners, design professionals, and other stakeholders on business development opportunities
Supervise and mentor our younger engineers
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

Qualification

Electrical engineering degreeElectrical system designProfessional engineering licenseElectrical building designConstruction managementElectrical planningLEED AP CertificationClient interactionTeam collaborationMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or architectural engineering
7-10 of relevant post education experience as an engineer active in the design of electrical systems in industrial/pharmaceutical, laboratories, commercial, institutional/higher education, healthcare, or similar facilities
A professional engineering license is preferred
Proficient with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues
Extensive knowledge of electrical building design
Experience with electrical planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation, renovation, new design, and construction projects
Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements
Well-developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of electrical engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations
Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

LEED AP Certification
Fundamentals of Engineering
Previous Healthcare, Industrial/Pharmaceutical, Commercial or Laboratory design experience

Benefits

Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

WSP in the U.S.

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H1B Sponsorship

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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (1)
2021 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Lewis (Lou) Cornell
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Esposito
Chief Financial Officer
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