Electrical Engineer

Basic Function

The Electrical Lead is responsible for managing all electrical power infrastructure aspects of hyperscale data center projects from construction through commissioning and turnover. . This role ensures that electrical systems are designed, constructed, tested, and commissioned to meet performance requirements, project budgets, schedules, and long-term operational reliability.

This individual works cross-functionally with internal teams, external design partners, and construction stakeholders to translate design intent into successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage the electrical scope of work across multiple project phases, including concept design, basis of design, detailed design, construction, and closeout.
• Coordinate with electrical engineers, utility providers, and Owner stakeholders to define power strategies including: medium- and low-voltage distribution, backup generation systems, UPS systems, and critical power architecture.
• Review and comment on design deliverables to ensure compliance with Owner standards and tenant specific requirements.
• Serve as the primary interface between internal teams and external electrical engineering consultants
• Coordinate electrical scope with mechanical, structural, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless system integration. Review and manage electrical submittals, RFIs, change orders, and field clarifications.
• Serve as the Owner’s on-site electrical representative during construction.
• Monitor electrical contractor performance for quality, safety, schedule, and cost compliance.
• Participate in site inspections, testing observations, and progress meetings.
• Validate electrical pay applications and change order pricing.
• Assist with budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and procurement support for major electrical equipment.
• Support development and maintenance of project schedules, focusing on electrical milestones and long-lead equipment.
• Support commissioning activities including test procedures, system validation, and turnover documentation
• Coordinate with third-party commissioning agent, contractors, and operations teams.
• Identify risks related to power delivery, procurement, or constructability and develop mitigation strategies
• Mentor project engineers and support cross-disciplinary coordination.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 5–10\+ years of experience in electrical design, project engineering, or construction management
• Strong knowledge of MV/LV distribution systems, backup power (generators/UPS), and NFPA, NEC, IEEE, and applicable local codes.
• Experience reviewing and coordinating with external engineering firms
• Experience delivering large-scale, mission-critical, industrial or data center projects.
• Detail oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Location:

Onsite (Piketon, OH) \+ (Relocation Provided)

The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks—while ensuring internal parity across our teams. In addition to competitive base pay, total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.