Role Description
AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer, Data Center specializing in Hyper-scale Data Centers to act as Data Center Electrical Engineer Lead. The job incumbent will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical systems in large-scale data centers. This position is a remote opportunity and can be based out of any of AECOM's U.S. offices.
The Electrical Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of our data center infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and experience working with high-density data centers.
This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US where AECOM has an office. Although the position is primarily remote, periodic travel may be required for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other business-critical activities. Travel is expected to be occasional and scheduled in advance.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility.
Responsibilities
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Design and implement electrical systems for hyper-scale data centers, including medium and low-voltage power distribution, backup power systems, and emergency systems.
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Develop and maintain electrical schematics, bills of materials, and installation drawings.
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Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations, including National Electric Code (NEC) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards.
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Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to develop specifications, design criteria, and project budgets.
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Analyze electrical systems to identify and resolve issues, including load balancing, capacity planning, and power consumption optimization.
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Monitor and maintain the electrical systems, including performing preventative maintenance, testing, and repairs.
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Develop and implement electrical safety procedures and training programs for technicians and other staff.
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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.
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Is accountable for project success in the electrical discipline.
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Provides specialized technical input to supporting staff, acting as a mentor and leader for mid-level engineers.
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Approves and signs off on work, acting as Engineer of Record.
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Provides estimates for the engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements on large, complex projects.
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Leads technical client relationships and plays a major role in selling.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering plus eight (8) 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.
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Professional Engineer License (P.E.) or Professional Engineer Designation (P. Eng) is required.
Preferred Qualifications
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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.
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Extensive experience in electrical engineering for data centers or other critical facilities.
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Strong knowledge of NEC (NFPA70).
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Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
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Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities to enhance the client experience.
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Experience working with building information modeling (BIM) software, specifically ACC Cloud.
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Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
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Experience with data center design and construction, including design criteria and industry standards.
Benefits
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Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits.
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Paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits.
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Perks, flexible work options, well-being resources.
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Employee assistance program, business travel insurance.
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Service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
