Senior Electrical Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in Hyper-scale Data Centers to act as Data Center Electrical Engineer Lead. This is a remote opportunity and can be based out of any of AECOM’s U.S. offices. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical systems in large-scale data centers, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and safety. While primarily remote, occasional travel may be required for client meetings, project milestones, or onsite collaboration. You will work with global teams on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for international clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement electrical systems for hyper-scale data centers, including medium and low-voltage power distribution, backup power systems, and emergency systems.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, bills of materials, and installation drawings.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations, including National Electric Code (NEC) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards.
• Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to develop specifications, design criteria, and project budgets.
• Analyze electrical systems to identify and resolve issues, including load balancing, capacity planning, and power consumption optimization.
• Monitor and maintain electrical systems, including performing preventative maintenance, testing, and repairs.
• Develop and implement electrical safety procedures and training programs for technicians and other staff.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in electrical engineering and data center technologies, and recommend new technologies to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Act as a mentor and leader for mid-level engineers, providing specialized technical input and approving/signing off on work as Engineer of Record.
• Provide estimates for engineering budgets and schedules to meet requirements on large, complex projects.
• Lead technical client relationships and play a major role in selling AECOM’s services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering plus eight (8) years of relevant experience in electrical design and/or engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer License (P.E.) or Professional Engineer Designation (P. Eng) is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering plus ten (10) years of relevant experience in electrical design and/or engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure.
• Extensive experience in electrical engineering for data centers or other critical facilities.
• Strong knowledge of NEC (NFPA70).
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Experience with building information modeling (BIM) software, specifically ACC Cloud.
• Experience with data center design and construction, including design criteria and industry standards.

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence.
• Voluntary benefits and perks.
• Flexible work options and well-being resources.
• Employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

Sponsorship is available for this position. Relocation is not available.