About the job Senior Electrical Engineer - Data Centers
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineering Lead to drive electrical design and execution for complex data center projects. This role combines technical leadership, project oversight, team development, and client engagement.
You will:
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Lead electrical engineering delivery for design-only, design-build, and construction-only projects
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Serve as a subject matter expert in data center electrical systems
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Oversee complex engineering deliverables across multiple or large-scale projects
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Provide technical direction, mentorship, and quality oversight to engineering teams
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Act as Engineer of Record (where applicable)
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Collaborate cross-functionally across disciplines
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Engage in client-facing discussions and support business development efforts
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Develop scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and technical strategies
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Contribute to continuous improvement, risk management, and quality initiatives
This position primarily supports projects across North America.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide leadership on engineering standards, design guides, and applicable codes
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Develop and review complex calculations, system studies, and equipment selections
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Ensure compliance with internal quality programs and engineering best practices
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Manage discipline budgets, schedules, staffing, and deliverable quality
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Coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines on integrated project delivery
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Identify and address client drivers, priorities, and long-term needs
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Support pursuit strategy and technical positioning for new opportunities
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Mentor and develop early-career professionals
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Contribute to succession planning and team capability development
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Supervise team members, including performance management and hiring responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in Engineering from an accredited program (or equivalent experience)
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Minimum 11 years of relevant electrical engineering experience
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Active engineering registration or licensure (Professional Engineer preferred)
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Ability to serve as Engineer of Record where required
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering
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Proven experience leading electrical design for data center projects
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Strong understanding of redundancy and resiliency design strategies
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Familiarity with hyperscale, edge, and colocation data center design differences
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Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, including advanced 3D modeling and custom families
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Experience with BIM 360, Navisworks, Revit worksets, view templates, and phasing
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Knowledge of data center tier classification systems
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Demonstrated leadership in managing project schedules, budgets, and resources
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Strong analytical skills with ability to leverage metrics for decision-making
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Effective client communication and business development support capabilities
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Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments