Electrical Resident Engineer
About The Position
DataOne is hiring an Electrical Resident Engineer to provide on-site engineering oversight and construction quality monitoring for electrical systems at its Vineland, New Jersey data center. The role reviews electrical installations, identifies construction deficiencies, and verifies that work meets approved engineering designs, project specifications, and applicable electrical codes. The engineer conducts site inspections, reviews technical submittals, and works with construction contractors, design engineers, and commissioning teams to resolve technical issues. The position also supports electrical testing, commissioning, and project handover to help deliver safe, reliable infrastructure for mission-critical operations. It is a full-time, on-site position, generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional evening or weekend support and potential travel to other DataOne project locations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of technical education and relevant experience.
- At least 8 years of experience in electrical engineering, electrical construction, or construction engineering; large-scale commercial or industrial project experience is preferred.
- Experience inspecting electrical installations, identifying construction deficiencies, and coordinating corrective actions.
- Strong knowledge of electrical power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and associated infrastructure.
- Experience reviewing electrical drawings, technical submittals, construction specifications, and electrical engineering studies.
- Working knowledge of NEC/NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, IEEE, and NETA standards.
- Experience supporting electrical equipment testing, commissioning, construction quality assurance, and technical documentation.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, climb stairs and ladders, and access active construction areas, electrical rooms, equipment platforms, and other designated facility spaces.
- Must wear required personal protective equipment and follow established safety procedures during electrical testing and commissioning observations.
Nice To Haves
- New Jersey Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience supporting data center construction, hyperscale facilities, or other mission-critical infrastructure projects.
- Previous experience as a Resident Engineer, Owner's Representative, Electrical Construction Engineer, or Electrical Quality Assurance Engineer.
- Familiarity with critical power distribution, redundant electrical configurations, NETA acceptance testing, and integrated systems testing.
- Experience coordinating multiple contractors on large-scale construction projects.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification, NFPA 70E safety training, or additional Professional Engineer licensure in another state.
Responsibilities
- Conduct daily site inspections to monitor electrical construction quality, identify deficiencies, and verify installations against approved designs and project requirements.
- Inspect critical electrical infrastructure, including switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, automatic transfer switches, electrical panels, busway, and grounding systems.
- Review electrical submittals, shop drawings, equipment specifications, single-line diagrams, and technical studies, including short-circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies.
- Serve as the primary on-site electrical engineering contact, coordinating technical questions, RFIs, and construction issues with contractors and off-site design engineers.
- Identify installation deficiencies, design discrepancies, and incomplete work, and track corrective actions through resolution.
- Witness electrical acceptance testing, equipment verification, and commissioning activities, including UPS, generator, circuit breaker, and transfer switch testing.
- Support integrated systems testing, system acceptance, and project handover, including review of as-built drawings and equipment documentation.
- Maintain accurate inspection reports, punch lists, technical records, and construction quality documentation.
- Collaborate with Construction, Engineering, Operations, and commissioning teams to resolve technical concerns and support project progress.
- Monitor compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and project specifications, including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and NETA requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off and company-observed holidays.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
