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From the employer's careers site First seen 27 Oct 2026

Lead Electrical Engineering

WSP New York, NY senior full-time

Salary

$122,000 - $185,000 per year

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Description

WSP is seeking a Lead Consultant, Electrical Engineer for our New York City team. As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will be involved in projects with our Properties & Buildings Team, working on high-quality, high-profile projects with a focus on sustainability and energy performance.

Your Impact

  • Prepare basic deliverables and products, including calculations, drawings, and specifications
  • Oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, and assign responsibilities
  • Examine field conditions to support project development and completion
  • Design building electrical systems, including power, lighting, communication, security systems, and fire alarm
  • Develop project specifications and attend meetings with architects, owners, and building managers
  • Ensure client project goals and objectives are met
  • Assist in business development and human resource efforts
  • Enhance the firm's reputation by accepting ownership for internal and external client requests
  • Update job knowledge and technical expertise through educational opportunities and certifications

Who You Are

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 7-10 years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer
  • Knowledge of low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems design and construction
  • Comprehensive knowledge of code compliance requirements and industry standards
  • Strong organisational, prioritisation, decision-making, and analytical skills
  • Experience in construction administration and technical field assistance
  • Strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasive, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, SKM, and ETAP software
  • Proficient in MS Office

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
  • Retirement savings
  • Paid sick leave, vacation, parental leave, and time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalisation proceedings

Compensation

  • Expected Salary: $122,000 - $185,000

Skills

Nice to have

  • PE license
  • 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/90771

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