WSP USA
This Opportunity
Keep the internet running and the world working! At kW Mission Critical Engineering, a part of WSP USA, that”s exactly what we do.
Simply, data centers are buildings that store information technology. These mission critical facilities must remain operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Your role is to design the building infrastructure-power and cooling systems-to make sure that happens.
Be a part of an engineering team where from day one, you will collaborate and add value to every project. Gain invaluable experience early in your career. Not only will you be designing building systems, you”ll interact with all internal mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and telecommunication engineers, external design partners like architects and structural engineers, and equipment vendors for the development of specifications. Then, travel to project locations during construction and watch your designs being built for some of the largest companies in the world.
Do you want to work on innovative, award-winning projects, travel and see your designs being built, and enjoy an occasional game of ping-pong, lunch and learn, or after-hours” camaraderie? Are you looking for career growth? Then apply today!
kW Mission Critical Engineering is currently initiating a search for an Electrical Engineer (Associate Consultant, Electrical Engineer) for our Troy, NY office.
Job Summary: As an Electrical Engineer with us, you will design medium and low voltage distribution systems adapting generator, UPS systems, and alternative energy solutions.
Your Impact
- Work under direct supervision of senior engineers to perform a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard engineering and design techniques
- Work with multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners.
- Attend client meetings
- Collaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members
- Collaborate and coordinate with equipment vendors and manufacturers
- Design electrical systems for buildings including lighting, receptible, general, essential and critical electrical infrastructure
- Schedule equipment
- Prepare calculations and specifications
- Understand short circuit, coordination, and arc flash calculations
- Perform construction administration tasks with oversight from experienced staff
- Survey and evaluate existing conditions with oversight from experienced staff
- Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
- Complete training on assigned tasks.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis
- 0 to 1 years of relevant experience
- Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to travel to project sites
- Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Interest in innovative design, specifically in renewable energies and sustainable, high performing, commercial, industrial or mission critical/data center buildings.
- Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., CADD, Aspen, and CAPE), AutoCADD electrical.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- EIT License, or ability to obtain EIT Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
- Knowledge of building, electrical and energy codes
- Knowledge of SKM, eTap or Cyme software
- Previous building design or construction internship experience
- A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
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Additional Requirements
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Additional Details
- Travel Required: N/A – No travel required
- Job Status: New Graduate
- Employee Type: Full
- Primary Location: TROY – RIVER ST
- All locations: US-NY-Troy
About WSP
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, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 12,000 employees in over 200 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
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.
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