Associate Electrical Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)

WSP Global - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Dallas, TX

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

At kW Mission Critical Engineering, a part of WSP USA, we are dedicated to keeping the internet running and the world working. As an Associate Electrical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing the infrastructure of mission critical facilities, specifically data centers that must remain operational 24/7. Your responsibilities will include designing power and cooling systems to ensure these facilities operate seamlessly. From day one, you will be an integral part of an engineering team, collaborating with various internal disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and telecommunication engineers. You will also work with external design partners, including architects and structural engineers, as well as equipment vendors to develop comprehensive drawings and specifications. This role offers the unique opportunity to travel to project locations during construction, allowing you to witness firsthand how your designs are brought to life for some of the largest companies in the world. In this position, you will engage in innovative and award-winning projects, and enjoy a collaborative work environment that includes team-building activities like ping-pong and lunch-and-learn sessions. We are looking for individuals who are eager for career growth and are excited to contribute to impactful projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard engineering and design techniques under the direction and guidance of senior engineers
• 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 and equipment vendors and manufacturers
• Design electrical systems for buildings including lighting, receptacles, general, essential, and critical electrical infrastructure
• Select and schedule equipment
• Prepare calculations and specifications
• Understand short circuit, coordination, and arc flash calculations
• Perform construction administration tasks with assistance from senior staff
• Work alongside senior engineers to survey and evaluate existing worksite conditions

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of relevant post-education experience in an electrical engineering capacity
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis
• Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to travel to project sites
• Interest in innovative design, specifically in renewable energies and sustainable, high performing, commercial, industrial or mission critical/data center buildings.

Nice-to-haves

• 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

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings plan