Electrical Engineer - Data Center

Key Responsibilities

• Design Leadership: Act as the technical lead for electrical services, managing external consultants and contractors from initial concept design through to construction documentation.
• Client & RFP Support: Partner with the development team to handle complex RFPs, RFIs, and bespoke technical requests from hyperscale customer engineering teams.
• Risk & Quality Assurance: Conduct deep-dive design reviews of general contractor submissions to catch non-conformances, mitigate project risk, and review protection/grading studies.
• Commercial & Procurement Strategy: Scope, tender, and engage engineering consultancy services. Collaborate with preferred vendors to procure high-quality, cost-effective equipment within budget constraints.
• Lifecycle Optimization: Contribute to the feasibility stage via technical due diligence for site selection, and undertake post-delivery reviews to optimize energy efficiency and operational performance.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to internal Project Managers and project administrators.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical or building services design and construction, with a explicit, heavy focus on data center infrastructure.
• Credentials: A licensed professional engineer (PE) or licensed electrical contractor (passed State of California test) is highly preferred.
• Technical Depth: Deep proficiency in Data Center Basis of Design (BOD), hyperscale/co-location operator requirements, and deciphering electrical protection and grading studies.
• Project Management Skills: Proven track record managing cross-functional teams, coordinating multiple consultant groups, and navigating complex contractual/negotiation environments.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of construction methodologies, estimating, cost-pricing, and cost report processes.