Electrical Project Engineer

Apply for the Electrical Project Engineer role at WSP in the U.S.

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Electrical Project Engineer who may work from any office including Boise, Idaho;
Honolulu, HI; or Huntsville, AL. The role involves mission-critical infrastructure design for the Federal Services Division, including power delivery, power generation, distribution, backup power, UPS, system studies, renewable energy, MEP design, and related projects.

The selected candidate may work remotely full‑time, with periodic travel to a POWER office. The impact will include leading design teams, mentoring, communicating with internal and external clients, and driving projects to successful completion within budget and schedule constraints.

• Strong team leadership, mentoring, excellent communication, presentation skills, motivation, positive attitude, and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Lead design teams including sub‑consultants and work with federal clients on energy and infrastructure projects.
• Handle multiple large and small projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrate a proven ability to drive projects to successful completion within budget and schedule constraints.

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineering License, with ability to be licensed in multiple states.
• Seven (7) years of applicable experience leading technical design teams on federal government projects (e.g., NAVFAC or USACE).
• Demonstrated experience with design‑build (DB) and design‑bid‑build (DBB) interdisciplinary design projects for U.S. Government clients.
• Working knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS).
• Seven (7) years of experience in the design and specification of electrical power distribution systems or mechanical systems, and building design.
• Broad understanding of architectural and engineering system designs and multi‑discipline coordination.
• Ability to mentor design teams.
• Successfully manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Ten (10) years of applicable experience leading technical design teams and in the design/specification of electrical power distribution systems or mechanical systems.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance.
• Experience with mission‑critical infrastructure projects.
• Solid foundation in implementing CAD and BIM software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Micro Station.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected salary (all locations): $75,600 – $121,770. WSP reserves the right to pay more or less depending on circumstances not related to protected status.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, WSP USA designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level |

Employment type:

Full‑time | Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology | Industries:
Professional Services