Gray

Principal Electrical Engineer, Data Center

Gray

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Atlanta • Alabama • California • United States

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Design and implement electrical systems for 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
  • Approves and signs off on work, acting as Engineer of Record
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations, including National Electric Code (NEC) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards
  • Understanding of telecom and fire alarm design, including prescriptive, performance-based, and full detailed design approaches
  • Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to develop specifications, design criteria, and project budgets
  • 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.
  • Travel to project sites for engineering surveys, data collection for system studies, audits, and client collaboration.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution
  • Professional Engineering License is required.
  • 7–10 years of professional experience in electrical design engineering, with a strong background in Gray’s core markets.
  • Proven expertise in electrical systems design, including lighting, power distribution, grounding, lightning protection, telecommunications, and security systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of electrical codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, IBC, and client-specific requirements.
  • Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination workflows, with experience leading model integration and clash detection.
  • Advanced proficiency with electrical design tools (e.g., SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or similar).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills for system analysis, cost modeling, and performance optimization.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead client discussions, present technical concepts, and coordinate across disciplines.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage project deliverables, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to strategic planning and quality assurance.
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
Benefits
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
electrical systems designpower distributionbackup power systemsemergency systemslighting designgroundinglightning protectiontelecommunications systemssecurity systemsproject deliverables management
Soft Skills
strong communication skillsleadershipmentoringdetail-orientedproactivecontinuous improvementstrategic planningquality assurance
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineeringProfessional Engineering License