Description
kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Electrical Engineering to work in our New York City office.
As an AVP Electrical Engineer, you will design complex power and other building systems, lead projects, and manage a team of electrical engineers. Your responsibilities include:
- Designing complex power and building systems, such as generator plants, medium voltage distribution, and uninterruptible power systems
- Leading projects and teams of electrical engineers
- Producing high-quality technical and professional deliverables for projects and proposals
- Applying deep knowledge of engineering techniques across multiple technical functions
- Utilizing advanced analytical and design techniques to solve technical problems
- Presenting complex technical solutions to clients
- Managing and coordinating project teams and projects
- Developing work plans to address technical issues within project time and budget
- Collaborating with internal project discipline team members, equipment vendors, and manufacturers
- Performing project management activities, including writing proposals and managing client interactions
- Coordinating activities concerned with technical development, scheduling, and resolving engineering design issues
- Surveying and evaluating existing conditions
- Developing project specifications
- Performing construction administration
- Developing and maintaining client relationships
The ideal candidate has:
- A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis
- 10+ years of experience in designing electrical systems for high-performing, commercial, industrial, or mission critical/data center buildings
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE)
- Experience mentoring and training others in the field
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong working knowledge of electrical systems and codes
- Familiarity with Building Information Modeling using Revit
Preferred qualifications include:
- Enhancing credentials (LEED, Uptime ATD, etc.)
- Experience with the analysis and modeling of short circuit coordination and arc flash studies
- Mission Critical/Data Center experience
- Experience with international projects and knowledge of international codes and standards
In terms of compensation and benefits, WSP provides:
- A comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings
- An expected salary range of $175,000 - $213,000