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From the employer's careers site First seen 29 Oct 2026 · Still live on 2 Nov 2026

Lead Electrical Engineer - Buildings

WSP Saint Louis, MO senior full-time

Salary

$107,600 - $159,800 per year

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Description

We are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to join our Property & Buildings Team in Saint Louis, MO.

As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will provide high-level technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Determine methods for collecting, compiling, and analysing data relating to building electrical systems
  • Review and advise on third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans
  • Perform professional and complex electrical engineering work relating to design of single line diagrams, general distribution equipment arrangement, and grounding grid design
  • Lead junior engineers with research and recommendations of components identified in design requirements
  • Verify site characteristics and provide technical input and guidance on engineering, design, and concept development issues
  • Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, short circuit studies, and single line diagram development
  • Develop plans, specifications, and update electrical infrastructure layout plans
  • Work as part of a cross-functional team to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects
  • Prepare data and visualisations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations
  • Maintain a high level of quality and responsiveness to client requirements
  • Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers and exercise independent judgement and discretion in supervision
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations
  • Analyse, evaluate, and interpret data obtained during field investigations
  • Build relationships with new and existing clients
  • Remain current in latest electrical engineering techniques and practices
  • Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering
  • 7-10 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering discipline and prior electrical design experience
  • Professional Engineer license
  • Proficient with electrical engineering codes, principles, practices, and design
  • Extensive knowledge of building electrical infrastructure design
  • Demonstrates competence and comprehensive knowledge concerning adjacent disciplines
  • Experience with electrical infrastructure planning, design, and construction management
  • Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, and compliance practices
  • Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritisation of responsibilities
  • Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members
  • Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, and discipline-specific design software
  • Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety

Preferred Qualifications:

  • LEED certification desired
  • Client list or experience winning work within region

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability
  • Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
  • Retirement savings
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • LEED certification

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/88273

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