Electrical Engineer, Data Centres

Goodman•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer will report into the Regional Director and partner with the development team and play a key role in supporting design by providing technical solutions on electrical services across assigned data center projects. The role will provide technical direction and operational advice, decision-making and overall leadership for data center technical specification and delivery across the Goodman portfolio in the US and is responsible for managing internal and external resources in the delivery of the data center technical specifications. The Electrical Engineer will also support the Projects team in the management and reporting of projects to ensure they are delivered to Goodman’s quality, approved budget and time frame requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or Masters) in Engineering (Electrical)
Minimum 10 years’ electrical or building services design and construction experience in data center builds
Experience with designing and or deciphering electrical protection and grading studies
Strong project management or project lead experience including RFQ/RFP process, selecting engineering teams, developing budgets, coordinating multiple consultant teams and facilitating meetings
High degree of proficiency in Data Center BOD Design, and some knowledge of industrial/commercial architecture
Experience being involved in electrical subcontractor relationships
Detailed knowledge of electrical infrastructure and construction and estimating
Experience managing cross functional and/ or cross team projects
Strong contractual background with excellent negotiation skills and the ability to achieve desirable outcomes
Relevant qualifications in project management, engineering or other relevant discipline
Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in commercial and industrial architecture and engineering, with a primary focus on data centers
Demonstrate understanding of hyperscale and co-location data center operators basis of design and technical requirements
Understanding data center facility design and construction requirements
Strong understanding of project management and construction methodologies
Detailed knowledge of infrastructure and construction, and cost pricing
Understanding cost reports process
Intermediate Excel, Intermediate Word, and Basic PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Preferred licensed electrical contractor (passed state of CA Test) or equivalent

Responsibilities

Support the development team in assisting with preparation of RFP, RFI’s and Other technical requests made by customer engineering teams
Accountable for reviewing the related disciplines in the design process, providing instruction to RFIs and review/approve technical submittments
Design delivery lead of electrical services by coordinating from concept design through construction documentation
Create detailed design reviews of the general contractor lead submission of the electrical and building services to identify project risk and non-conformances.
Research, evaluate, and inform electrical equipment and other typology equipment/component selection to inform technical solution for respective customer requirements
Design, implement, and maintain the electrical systems that support data center facilities, in conjunction with the development team
Provide technical support and input through delivery design phase to ensure performance requirements of electrical equipment meets project requirements
Post delivery, undertake reviews of electrical and plumbing performance to identify opportunities for optimization in operation, improvements in design and energy efficiency for future implementation
Provide design management, technical direction, decision-making and leadership for data center designs and critical infrastructure systems
Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to procure high-quality equipment that meets technical specifications, performance requirements, and budgetary constraints
Manage external consultants and contractors in developing electrical services design submissions from concept through to construction
Use technical knowledge in ensuring the successful delivery of projects within budget, scope, and timeline
Establish and strengthen relationships and understanding of preferred vendor solutions to ensure efficient, cost effective and effective design solutions for Customer technical requirements and integration
Support Project Management resources in managing the preparation of project documentation
Scope, tender and engage consultancy services required for each project
Manage the project’s design requirements including peer reviews, presentations, internal stakeholder review and coordination
Manage all authorities including coordination, design and approvals in line with project requirements
Build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Provide feedback on project, contractor and consultant performance to General Manager, Data Center Development and raise issues as required including potential risks
Contribute to the development and evolution of a Goodman ‘Basis of Design’ as trends and technology evolves
Contribute to the feasibility phase by undertaking due diligence activities to validate technical solutions in site selection
Develop relationships with customers throughout the delivery process
Meet customer expectations
Delivery within timeframes and cost projections
Mentor team members including Project Managers and Administrators
Assist team in DD matters that are electrical in nature.
Assist with ongoing key project learning including staff training and lessons learned sessions