Senior Lead Electrical Engineer, Mission Critical

DLB Associates

4d•$160,000 - $230,000•Remote

About The Position

This role is within DLB’s Mission Critical Department and focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities. The Senior Lead Electrical Engineer collaborates with design staff and organizational leadership to oversee full-cycle electrical design for commercial building design and construction, develop and edit project specifications, and lead design development. The role is self-directed, independently handles most responsibilities, leads complex projects and programs, coordinates personnel, and assists with developing policies and procedures. The position serves as a technical authority for complex mission critical electrical infrastructure projects, setting resilient system design strategies and providing technical oversight and quality assurance across concurrent projects. It includes advanced electrical design from conceptual work through construction documents, project and resource management, construction-phase support, and client relationship responsibilities. The engineer may serve as primary client contact or Client Program Manager, with business development and marketing responsibilities. The role also contributes to mentoring, training, organizational standards, and continuous improvement. It promotes the strategic use of digital tools and AI-enabled technology to improve efficiency, accuracy, quality, project controls, and scalability, while ensuring alignment with DLB’s standards for data security, privacy, and operational integrity. The position is remote within the United States, with travel up to 10%, potentially to any of the 50 states.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in a related discipline.
At least 13 years of progressive electrical engineering experience, including extensive experience leading design and execution of mission critical facilities.
Expert knowledge of mission critical electrical infrastructure, including utility services, medium- and low-voltage distribution, standby generation, UPS systems, paralleling switchgear, transfer schemes, and critical power distribution.
Expert understanding of resilient power architectures, including N, N+1, 2N, distributed redundant, and concurrently maintainable system designs.
Knowledge of electrical system codes and specifications, including the National Electric Code, Life Safety Code, and Energy Conservation Codes.
Knowledge of technical/design software for short circuit coordination and arc flash studies, equipment sizing, underground feeder calculations, and lighting calculations.
Demonstrated experience serving as Engineer of Record or technical lead for complex mission critical projects.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, and strong file-management organization.
Ability to produce drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
Skill in code analysis, equipment and wiring selection, and meeting code requirements; advanced knowledge of electrical codes.
Accuracy and attention to detail in completing assignments.
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication, organization, self-motivation, proactiveness, resourcefulness, and a distraction-free workspace.
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
Effective oral and written communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences, including direct client communication and serving as primary client contact when needed.
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
Ability to plan and delegate others’ work effectively.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to travel up to 10%, potentially to any of the 50 U.S. states.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent stationary work, frequent movement through office and facility environments, and occasionally moving equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical authority for complex mission critical electrical infrastructure projects and establish strategies for resilient electrical systems.
Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for engineering teams across multiple concurrent projects.
Perform advanced electrical engineering and design, including distribution systems and topologies, infrastructure and equipment layouts, and equipment selection and sizing from conceptual design through construction documents.
Direct project engineers in developing electrical construction drawings and specifications.
Use AutoCAD and Revit to prepare drawings and visual aids; review or prepare electrical system specifications and sequences of operations.
Develop proposals that define project scope, schedule, and budget; manage design teams, forecast resources, and coordinate work.
Identify potential scope changes and help develop strategies to limit cost and schedule impacts.
Perform QA/QC peer reviews on projects where not serving as lead design engineer.
Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports; collect information for construction documents and prepare project design and construction documents.
Lead the engineering team and coordinate closely with project management.
Review shop drawings and submittals, respond to RFIs, complete punchlists and closeout documents, and review and approve change order requests.
Execute the firm’s client value system and ensure project delivery follows company policies and standards.
Serve as primary client contact for one or more clients; potentially act as Client Program Manager with business development and marketing responsibilities.
Build long-term relationships with hyperscale, enterprise, and mission critical clients and serve as a trusted technical advisor.
Assist with research for technical papers for conferences and journals.
Mentor associates, support training and development, contribute to organizational training and standards, and potentially assist with strategic planning and hiring.
Identify opportunities and lead use of technology, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to improve workflow automation, forecasting, documentation, reporting, and quality processes.
Support adoption of emerging technologies, including advanced analytics, data visualization, and digital construction management platforms.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure technology solutions meet DLB data security, privacy, and operational integrity standards.
Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic technology use to optimize performance and scalability.
Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time and within budget, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Choice of comprehensive medical plans, including two PPO-style plans and a high-deductible health plan with HSA option.
Health reimbursement account and flexible spending accounts.
Dental and vision plans.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits extended to spouse/domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.
401(k) with company match and self-directed brokerage account option.
PTO, including additional paid time off during the last week of the year.
Company-paid life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
Short- and long-term disability and AD&D coverage.
Professional development opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Professional licensing assistance.
Paid parental leave after one year of employment.