Electrical Engineer - Data Center Development

Pkaza•Ashburn, VA

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

Electric al Engineer - Data Center Development - Ashburn, VA This position is also available as a hybrid / remote near any major city as well as in near the following cities : New York NY, Charlotte NC, Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Chicago IL, New Albany OH, St Louis MO, Denver CO, Dallas TX, or Phoenix AZ This opportunity is working directly with a leading mission-critical data center developer / investor. This company provides turnkey data center solutions custom-fit to the requirements of their client's ever-changing mission-critical facility’s operational needs. They accomplish this by providing reliability of mission-critical facilities for many of the world's largest organizations (Hyperscale and Enterprise Customers). This opportunity provides a career-growth minded role with exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits. This role is ideal for a smart, sharp, and driven engineer with a strong grasp of concept-level design, schematics, and construction drawings. The ideal candidate will be proficient in AutoCAD and Revit, with experience in electrical power systems design for mission-critical environments. As a subject matter expert, you will have a direct impact on the design of prototypical Data Center sites, provide technical design guidance and vendor oversight, solve large-scale implementation issues, and build a strong understanding of site design and program requirements. The successful candidate will develop and implement design strategies to expand the firm’s expertise, footprint and profitability in Critical Facilities and Digital Infrastructure. Our client is looking for a Critical Facilities Engineer that has expertise in Electrical Power Systems Engineering and design for data center and infrastructure development efforts, specifically for large data centers. This challenging and unique role will involve the initial design specifications and prototype of critical power systems for new data centers and expansions to existing data centers. The ideal candidate will have experience and in-depth knowledge of Electrical Power Systems / Electrical Power Distribution System design and installation. Previous experience with electrical equipment design to include Generators, UPS systems and electrical switchgear is a must. You will help lead the design team and working / communicating with all the trades and stakeholders involved in all projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering a MUST
Professional Engineer or on tract for a PE ( current FE or EIT) a big plus!
5+ years’ experience in electrical power systems design for Data Centers or Mission Critical Facilities.
Previous experience working at an Engineering Consulting firm, A/E, MEP a MUST
Experience with hyperscale / colo / enterprise / complex data center design / mission critical facilities design projects a must
Previous experience using: Revit MEP projects, AutoCAD MEP, BIM a plus
Extensive Experience with Electrical Power Systems and Equipment - UPS / Uninterruptible Power Supply , Generators , Batteries , switchgear , Power Distribution Units , Backup Power , Electrical Power , Power Systems , Medium Voltage , High Voltage , etc.
Knowledge of codes and specifications for the design of electrical systems including National Electric Code, Life Safety and Energy Conservation Codes
Site asset acquisition experience a plus; someone that can assist with determining the viability of converting an existing building / brownfield into a Data Center
Experience with creating concept-level design, reviewing drawings, and schematics
Experience performing field observations during construction
Understand and apply building codes, permitting, local regulations, and standards
Knowledge of mission critical equipment and systems, design process, pre-construction requirements and the construction process
Demonstrated ability to evaluate the design and constructability of site design by third-party consultants
Ability to effectively communicate complex project details and market information and analysis at all organizational levels to include senior leadership, utility partners, and local stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects with internal staff, external consultants, vendors, and other stakeholders
Must be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Self Starter, self motivated, Strong problem-solving skills and should prioritize well and have the ability to successfully work independently and within a team
Active participant in local data center organizations (7x24, AFCOM, DCD, Uptime Institute, DICE Bisnow, etc.)
Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus! (Navy nukes- EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer or on tract for a PE ( current FE or EIT) a big plus!
Site asset acquisition experience a plus; someone that can assist with determining the viability of converting an existing building / brownfield into a Data Center
Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus! (Navy nukes- EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, etc.)

Responsibilities

Manage projects, create designs and plans, provided and gather specifications, and execute assignments in a multidisciplinary electrical engineering design role for all sizes of data center facility design projects- enterprise data centers, Colocation Providers and for Hyperscale Companies.
Create Conceptual Designs gathered from meetings with the client
Create Prototypes that will create the schematics that will be basis for RFPs / RFIs
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policies
Represent the company in project meetings
Collaborate with all design staff and oversee full cycle electrical design activities
Interact closely with the Project Management Team to produce construction documents, develop and edit project specifications and lead the construction administration process
Execute and lead design teams and design projects of complex scope
Perform intermediate to advanced electrical design tasks including development of electrical distribution systems and topologies, infrastructure and equipment layouts and selection / sizing of equipment
Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings
Review and / or prepare book or sheet specifications for electrical power systems
Develop and / or review sequences of operations
Proposal development including project scope, schedule and budget
Effective management of project design team including resource forecasting and coordination
Identify potential project scope changes and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
Support contact for design clients and builds effective, long-term client relationships
Survey existing building conditions / Conduct Field Observations and prepares technical reports of findings and commissioning support
Represent the Operations team in startup, testing, factory witness testing, commissioning, and turnover.
Prepare project design and construction documents
Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders