Associate Director - Electrical Engineer - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend•Austin, TX

About The Position

Turner and Townsend are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Electrical Engineering with a strong focus on data center design and operations. This role will lead electrical engineering initiatives for mission-critical facilities, ensuring reliability, scalability, and compliance with industry standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
10+ years in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years in data center design or operations.
PE license strongly preferred.
Expertise in power systems, load calculations, and energy efficiency.
Familiarity with Tier standards (Uptime Institute) and data center best practices.
Strong leadership and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Large-scale data center projects (hyperscale or enterprise).
Knowledge of renewable energy integration and sustainability practices.
Experience with BIM and electrical modeling software.

Responsibilities

Oversee electrical engineering design for data center projects from concept through commissioning.
Develop and implement electrical infrastructure strategies aligned with business objectives.
Mentor and guide engineering teams, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to best practices.
Lead design of power distribution systems, UPS, generators, switchgear, and grounding systems.
Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and other relevant codes.
Collaborate with mechanical and IT teams for integrated solutions.
Manage budgets, schedules, and resources for multiple projects.
Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
Review and approve electrical drawings, specifications, and calculations.
Implement redundancy strategies (N+1, 2N) for critical systems.
Conduct failure mode analysis and develop contingency plans.
Ensure uptime and reliability targets are met or exceeded.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.