Electrical Engineering Manager - Military veterans preferred

WSB is seeking a driven and experienced Electrical Engineering Sr. Design Manager to join our growing Energy Design group. This leadership role is critical to the delivery of distributed generation (DG) and utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar PV, wind, hydro, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). The successful candidate will oversee electrical design execution across the full project lifecycle—from early development through commissioning—while building and mentoring a high-performing engineering team. This position requires strong technical expertise in renewable electrical design, proficiency with CAD and electrical modeling tools, and a deep understanding of engineering workflows, QA/QC processes, and troubleshooting practices. The role also emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to technical excellence and operational efficiency.

Why WSB?

WSB is a forward-thinking design and consulting firm dedicated to building the future. We’re known for our cutting-edge technologies, collaborative culture, and commitment to growth—for our people and our clients. With national reach and local expertise, we’re redefining what infrastructure can be.

What you will do:

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for distributed generation (DG) and utility-scale energy projects.
• Build and lead a high-performing, self-sufficient electrical engineering team focused on efficient project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Oversee and guide the preparation of detailed electrical design packages and system studies, including but not limited to short circuit, load flow, reactive power, harmonics, arc flash, grounding, insulation coordination, and transient analysis.
• Lead internal QA/QC processes to ensure technical accuracy and quality of all deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NESC, IEEE, and all applicable interconnection and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements.
• Provide technical leadership throughout all project phases, from siting and permitting to detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Drive on-time, within-scope project execution through cross-disciplinary collaboration with civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental, and permitting teams.
• Engage directly with clients, utilities, AHJs, and other stakeholders to communicate technical concepts and ensure alignment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex engineering challenges with sound technical judgment.
• Recruit, manage, and mentor electrical engineering staff, supporting team growth and professional development.
• Oversee staffing plans, resource allocation, and workload balancing.
• Support performance management, goal setting, and team development initiatives.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
• Represent WSB in client meetings, interviews, and technical proposal efforts.
• Contribute to pursuit strategies, scoping, and level-of-effort estimation for new projects.

What you will bring:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one U.S. state with the ability to become licensed in multiple states.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in power systems engineering with emphasis on distributed generation (DG) and utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Proficiency in electrical modeling and analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT, PSCAD, PSS/E, PowerFactory).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• Experience with PVsyst, Helioscope, PVCase, SAM, or other PV modeling tools.
• Expertise in NEC, NESC, IEEE standards, and utility interconnection requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with client-facing experience.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering.
• NABCEP certification or similar industry credentials.

Work Environment & Travel:

- This position may require occasional travel to project sites or client offices.

- Hybrid or remote work arrangements may be considered depending on location and business needs.

Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.  

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.             

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

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