Senior Electrical Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

AECOM•Arlington, VA

2d•$160,000 - $190,000•Remote

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in hyper-scale data centers to serve as a Data Center Electrical Engineer Lead. The role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical systems in large-scale data centers, with a focus on the reliability, efficiency, and safety of high-density data center infrastructure. It is a hands-on, client-facing position supporting high-profile, fast-paced projects for global clients and collaborating with AECOM teams around the world. The role offers upward career mobility and is primarily remote, based from a U.S. location where AECOM has an office. Occasional, advance-scheduled travel may be required for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration, or other business-critical activities. Relocation is not available. Newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering plus eight years of relevant experience in electrical design and/or electrical engineering focused on data center infrastructure, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or Professional Engineer (P. Eng) designation.
Strong background in electrical engineering and experience working with high-density data centers.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering plus ten years of relevant experience in electrical design and/or electrical engineering focused on data center infrastructure, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Extensive electrical engineering experience in data centers or other critical facilities.
Strong knowledge of NEC (NFPA 70).
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities to enhance the client experience.
Experience with building information modeling (BIM) software, specifically ACC Cloud.
Experience with data center design and construction, including design criteria and industry standards.

Responsibilities

Design and implement electrical systems for hyper-scale data centers, including medium- and low-voltage power distribution, backup power systems, and emergency systems.
Develop and maintain electrical schematics, bills of materials, and installation drawings.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations, including National Electrical Code (NEC) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards.
Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to develop specifications, design criteria, and project budgets.
Analyze electrical systems to identify and resolve issues, including load balancing, capacity planning, and power consumption optimization.
Monitor and maintain electrical systems, including preventive maintenance, testing, and repairs.
Develop and implement electrical safety procedures and training programs for technicians and other staff.
Keep up with advancements in electrical engineering and data center technologies and recommend technologies to improve infrastructure reliability and efficiency.
Be accountable for project success in the electrical discipline.
Provide specialized technical input to supporting staff and mentor and lead mid-level engineers.
Approve and sign off on work as Engineer of Record.
Provide engineering budget and schedule estimates for large, complex projects.
Lead technical client relationships and play a major role in selling.