Early Career Electrical Engineer

This Opportunity

KEEP THE INTERNET RUNNING AND THE WORLD WORKING! At kW Mission Critical Engineering, a part of WSP USA, that’s exactly what we do.

Simply, data centers are buildings that store information technology. These mission critical facilities must remain operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Your role is to design the building infrastructure—power and cooling systems—to make sure that happens.

Be a part of an engineering team where from day one, you will collaborate and add value to every project. Gain invaluable experience early in your career. Not only will you be designing building systems, you’ll interact with all internal mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and telecommunication engineers, external design partners like architects and structural engineers, and equipment vendors for the development of drawings and specifications. Then, travel to project locations during construction and watch your designs being built for some of the largest companies in the world.

Do you want to work on innovative, award-winning projects, travel and see your designs being built, and enjoy an occasional game of ping-pong, lunch and learn, or after-hours’ camaraderie? Are you looking for career growth? Join our great people at our great places designing great projects.

We are currently searching for an Early Career Electrical Engineer to join our New York, NY office.
 

Your Impact

• Perform a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard engineering and design techniques under the direction and guidance of senior engineers.
• Work with multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners.
• Attend client meetings
• Collaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members and equipment vendors and manufacturers
• Design electrical systems for buildings including lighting, receptable, general, essential and critical electrical infrastructure
• Select and schedule equipment
• Prepare calculations and specifications
• Understand short circuit, coordination, and arc flash calculations
• Perform construction administration tasks with assistance from senior staff
• Work alongside senior engineers to survey and evaluate existing worksite conditions
   

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• General understanding of electrical engineering as applied in design engineering of large capital projects.
• Interest in innovative design for high performing data centers and mission critical facilities 
• Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., CADD, Aspen, and CAPE), AutoCADD electrical.
• 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 Qualifications

• EIT License, or ability to obtain EIT
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
• Knowledge of building, electrical and energy codes
• Knowledge of SKM, eTap or Cyme software
• Previous building design or construction internship experience
   

Compensation and Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Expected Salary: $55,400 - $91,300

WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it migh