Lead Electrical Engineer - Buildings

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Electrical Engineer to join our Property & Buildings Team in Dallas, Texas
. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a strong background in healthcare facility design and other complex building sectors, including higher education, commercial, science & technology, and civic facilities.

You will play a key role in leading multidisciplinary projects and delivering high-quality electrical systems design from concept through construction. Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges through innovative engineering solutions.

• Lead electrical engineering design and delivery across a diverse portfolio of healthcare and complex building projects.
• Oversee the design of normal and emergency power distribution systems, lighting systems, fire alarm systems, grounding systems, low-voltage systems, and electrical infrastructure.
• Serve as a technical lead and client point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage projects from concept development through construction administration and close-out, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Support healthcare project delivery, including compliance with FGI Guidelines, NFPA 99, NEC, Joint Commission requirements, and other applicable healthcare standards.
• Coordinate with mechanical, plumbing, structural, architectural, and specialty consultants to deliver fully integrated design solutions.
• Support client development and proposal efforts, contributing to growth within the healthcare market and broader Buildings practice.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, energy standards, and industry best practices.
• Prepare and review technical reports, engineering calculations, specifications, studies, and construction documents.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and professional development support to junior engineers and designers.
• Participate in field investigations, condition assessments, and construction-phase services as required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering design for building systems.
• Experience designing electrical systems for healthcare facilities, hospitals, medical office buildings, ambulatory care centers, and/or other complex institutional facilities.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, emergency power systems, lighting design, fire alarm systems, and applicable building codes.
• Experience managing projects through planning, design, construction documentation, and construction administration phases.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, AGi
  32, or similar electrical engineering software.
• Strong communication, leadership, project management, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate within multidisciplinary project teams.

• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Healthcare electrical engineering experience.
• Experience working across higher education, science & technology, commercial, and civic sectors.
• Knowledge of sustainable design, energy-efficient building systems, and decarbonization strategies.
• LEED AP, WELL AP, or similar professional credential.
• Experience supporting business development, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.
• Familiarity with Texas healthcare and building code requirements.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick…