Senior Technical Manager, Electrical Engineer

WSP is seeking a Senior Technical Manager, Electrical Engineer to join our Industrial Center of Excellence (CoE) team. The role can be located across multiple sites in the United States.

• Serve as a senior technical leader delivering electrical engineering design for large-scale industrial projects (e.g., advanced manufacturing, food & beverage, mission-critical facilities).
• Lead the design and oversight of electrical systems including:
  • Power distribution and generation systems
  • Emergency and backup systems
  • Lighting and life safety systems
  • Industrial controls and infrastructure systems
• Provide technical direction and quality oversight for multi-disciplinary project teams across the Industrial CoE.
• Act as a client-facing leader, developing and maintaining strong relationships and supporting business development efforts.
• Lead and contribute to proposal development, scope definition, and project planning.
• Oversee project delivery, including budgets, schedules, and coordination across engineering disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, IEEE, etc.) and WSP quality expectations.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff to support career growth and technical excellence.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives within the Industrial CoE.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical design for industrial, manufacturing, or large-scale commercial/mission-critical facilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design principles, codes, and industry standards.
• Experience with client engagement and business development strategies.
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills.

• Experience supporting Industrial or Manufacturing Center of Excellence models.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, automation, and industrial controls.
• Proficiency with Revit, BIM, and advanced design tools.
• Multi-office or national project experience.
• Previous experience mentoring or leading technical teams.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary: $119,600 – $187,000. WSP USA reserves the right to pay within or outside this range based on qualifications, experience, and location.

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