Project Engineer (Engineering & Construction) - Data Center

Wesco•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Ascent, now part of Wesco, provides mission-critical facility solutions across North America, including data center development, engineering, and operations. The Project Engineer supports the design, planning, and execution of building system upgrades and repairs, with a focus on electrical and mechanical infrastructure. The role supports the project lifecycle, from pre-construction design and RFP development through construction oversight and ongoing operations support, helping ensure quality, budget, schedule, safety, and customer-satisfaction goals are met. The Project Engineer serves as a consultant to Senior Engineers, Project Managers, and clients, evaluating existing systems and recommending improvements while building positive relationships with contractors and stakeholders. The position also provides technical support and vendor oversight for client data center operations. Travel is required as needed, with the description indicating 25%–50% travel.

Requirements

Engineering degree from an accredited program.
Technical proficiency in planning and scheduling.
Excellent organizational skills.
Strong communication skills and ability to lead coordination meetings and facilitate progress toward scheduled goals.
Disciplined approach to managing task assignments.
People skills, good judgment, and flexibility.
Ability to work cooperatively with internal administration groups and deal directly with customers and contractors to reach mutually acceptable terms and conditions.
Knowledge of construction planning and mechanical or electrical systems.
Ability to travel as needed to meet client and project requirements.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of applicable work experience in data center, pharmaceutical, hospital, or other mission-critical industries.
Knowledge of building controls, fire systems, or security systems.
Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Support preparation of designs, specifications, and drawings for repair, replacement, or upgrades of building electrical, mechanical, and related systems and components.
Support project teams and subcontractors in meeting project goals for quality, schedule, budget, profitability, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Support project management activities, including reviewing and updating budgets, preparing and updating schedules, and establishing project communications, standards, and files.
Evaluate existing building systems and recommend plans of action to repair, upgrade, or enhance them.
Build and maintain positive client and contractor relationships.
Support creation and distribution of RFPs, including developing contractual terms and conditions related to proposal and bid pricing.
Evaluate RFP responses, award contracts, and support contract activity through satisfactory completion.
Support Senior Engineers and Project Managers with construction administration for electrical, mechanical, and related systems.
Assist in coordinating subcontractors to ensure proper equipment installation and service delivery.
Work with clients and vendors to support project schedules and quality control.
Assist in maintaining detailed records for wiring, cabling, UPS, HVAC, fire protection, emergency generators, security, and mechanical systems and components.
Assist with analysis, evaluations, and investigations of existing building electrical and mechanical systems, including power, lighting, life safety, communications, and security, under Senior Engineer guidance.
Assist with preparing and reviewing system reports from design, operations, and maintenance perspectives, including identifying remedial work and estimated repair costs.
Troubleshoot emergencies, potential problems, and issues, and organize and support their resolution.
Provide ongoing technical support, engineering, and vendor oversight as needed for client data center facility operations.
Travel as needed to meet client and project requirements.