Electrical Engineering Lead, Data Centers
AECOM
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Virginia • United States
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About the role
- 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 Electric Code (NEC) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards
- Collaborate with other 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 the electrical systems, including performing preventative maintenance, testing, and repairs
- Develop and implement electrical safety procedures and training programs for technicians and other staff
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in electrical engineering and data center technologies, and recommend new technologies to improve the reliability and efficiency of our data center infrastructure
- Is accountable for project success in the electrical discipline. Provides specialized technical input to supporting staff, acting as a mentor and leader for mid-level engineers
- Approves and signs off on work, acting as Engineer of Record
- Provides estimates for the engineering budget and schedule a to meet requirements on large, complex projects
- Leads technical client relationships and plays a major role in selling AECOM’s Buildings + Places practice
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering plus ten (10) years of relevant experience in electrical design and/or electrical engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Professional Engineer License (P.E.) is required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering plus twelve (12) years of relevant experience in electrical design and/or electrical engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education (preferred)
- Extensive experience in electrical engineering for data centers or other critical facilities
- Strong knowledge of NEC (NFPA70)
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients
- Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities to enhance the client experience
- Experience working with building information modeling (BIM) software, specifically ACC Cloud
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Experience with data center design and construction, including design criteria and industry standards
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- AD&D
- Disability benefits
- Paid time off
- Leaves of absences
- Voluntary benefits
- Perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
electrical designpower distributionbackup power systemsload balancingcapacity planningpower consumption optimizationpreventative maintenanceelectrical safety procedureselectrical schematicsinstallation drawings
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationinterpersonal skillsclient relationship managementcreative thinkingmentoringcollaborationproject managementproblem-solvingbudget estimation
Certifications
Professional Engineer License (P.E.)Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering