Facilities Electrical Engineer- REMOTE OPTION

About the Role

Senior technical role responsible for the design, implementation, and management of electrical systems across the organization's facilities portfolio. This position ensures reliable, efficient, and safe electrical infrastructure while supporting business operations and growth objectives.

Strategic Planning & Design

• Develops long-term electrical infrastructure strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Leads design and specification of electrical systems for new construction, renovations, and major upgrades including power distribution, emergency power, lighting systems, and renewable energy integration
• Conducts capacity planning and load analysis to support current and future facility needs

Operations & Maintenance Management

• Oversees preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all electrical systems including switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, generators, and distribution equipment
• Ensures compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements (NEC, NFPA, OSHA, local codes)
• Initiates and leads engineering audits including on-site visits
• Produces reports outlining risks with recommended mitigations and remediations

Project Technical Support

• Coordinates with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Reviews and approves electrical drawings, specifications, and submittals
• Performs design and equipment submittal review for new and existing Gateway locations that are a 24/7 operational strict SLA requirements

Energy Management

• Identifies and implements energy efficiency initiatives and cost reduction opportunities
• Monitors energy consumption patterns and recommends improvements

Technical Expertise & Problem Solving

• Provides expert troubleshooting for complex electrical issues
• Performs root cause analysis for system failures and implements corrective actions
• Serves as technical resource for facility operations teams and management
• Directly supports operational issues with ad-hoc training, complex operating procedure reviews, including critical equipment, and event support

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact clearly and concisely with all departments and levels of management
• Excellent organizational skills with attention-to-detail
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with NetSuite
• Familiarity with sustainability requirements preferred
• Experience with facility and systems monitoring best practices, data analysis, incident management and troubleshooting preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• 7-10+ years of experience in facilities electrical engineering or related field
• Deep knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and utility systems
• Experience with high and low voltage power distribution systems
• Proficiency with electrical design software and building management systems
• Experience with critical facilities (data centers, healthcare, manufacturing) preferred

Physical Requirements

• Willingness and ability to travel as needed
• Willingness and ability to work after regularly scheduled hours as needed
• Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods working on a computer (4 to 8 hours)
• Ability to operate the equipment used for the job
• Ability to lift 15 pounds at times
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job