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WSP USA Senior Electrical Engineers (Data Centres) in London, United Kingdom
In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
When considering a career move it’s vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond…
WSP have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer , in our London office, focusing on the Data Centre sector with our Mission Critical Facilities team . You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and technically challenges projects within this fast paced sector. WSP are currently involved in numerous projects, working with Colocation Providers, End Users and Enterprise clients, both within the UK and across EMEA.
To find out more about our Mission Critical business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-GB/sectors/mission-critical-facilities
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In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.
To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/who-we-are)
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Work-life balance?
WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.
Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Diversity?
We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.
Health & Wellbeing?
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.
Flex your time?
For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development?
We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.
APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!
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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
Candidates will support the team in developing conceptual designs for electrical distribution systems from EHV, HV, MV to Low Voltage incorporating high voltage equipment, generation equipment, UPS plant, low voltage switchgear and power control and monitoring systems
Provide advice to clients regarding electrical systems/requirements available to meet their business needs.
Leading the design of data centre electrical systems and equipment
Provide written reports of system options in the form of design development notes.
Produce technical specifications for electrical systems, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and client requirements
Ensure coordination other disciplines including Architect and Structural engineers
Produce calculations, technical/equipment specification documentation for tender.
Monitor installation of designed equipment/systems to ensure compliance with employers’ requirements, design specifications and all relevant safety codes.
Be comfortable in a client facing role discussing technical subjects with the ability to discuss and agree client requirements.
Work independently and as part of the WSP global project team.
YOUR TEAM
You will work closely with likeminded individuals on exciting and challenging projects.
Our Building Services team in London consists of more than a 100 mechanical, electrical, and public health engineers including our E&S and Smart Team members.
We make extraordinary efforts to attract, develop, engage and retain the best professionals in our fields of expertise because this is what makes us great.
We put the highest ethical standards at the centre of all we do, and professionalism is inherent in our offering.
We are humble and act with moral and intellectual integrity, keep our word, treat everyone with respect, support our colleagues, and embrace diversity.
We care about individuals and their progress and offer the most fulfilling career development for our professionals. We promote our young recruits because we believe fresh perspectives bring great ideas and new energy.
You will be based in our Devonshire office in London, offering easy commuting options and a load of amenities just around the corner.
Preferably Degree qualified and having completed several major mission critical projects
Chartered status (or working towards Chartered status) or equivalent experience
Strong technical knowledge and relevant UK & EU regulations, design guides, etc
IT literate with a technical understanding of relevant IT packages i.e. Trimble (formally Amtech)
An understanding of the ETAP software package for HV modelling (Fault current, current flow & harmonics)
An understanding of the Neher-McGrath method of calculating underground cable temperatures & ampacity
An understanding of the Tier classifications as defined by The Uptime institute, TIA942 and EN50600
Knowledge in HV electrical systems would be an advantage
Professional, personable & competent manner
Able to work as part of a team as well as abilityto effectively lead, direct and mentor individuals
Experience of working to timescales and deadlines
Have understanding of contract administration, procurement and conditions of contract/appointment
Able to develop effective relationships with strong interpersonal & influencing skills
Have a detailed understanding of the of tier system.
Have understanding of working with RevitMEP or other 3D design software to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects.
Have working knowledge of AutoCAD to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects.
Electrical Skills:
Large Power (11Kv) Distribution Systems
Electrical Building Load Assessments
Standby Generation and UPS
Fire/Voice Alarm and Security Systems
Data Centres and Financial Services Establishments
Lighting Design (internal and external)
Lifts
Combined Heat and Power Plant
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