Electrical Engineer, Data Centers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Support the design of electrical systems for mission-critical and data center facilities, which includes medium- and low-voltage power distribution, emergency power, lighting, grounding, and life safety systems.

• Conduct electrical calculations and assist with equipment sizing, load assessments, and various engineering analyses.

• Create electrical plans, one-line diagrams, schedules, details, and specifications under the guidance of senior engineers.

• Implement relevant codes and standards, including the NEC, in the electrical design and documentation process.

• Collaborate on electrical designs with architectural, mechanical, structural, civil, and other disciplines.

• Aid senior engineers in troubleshooting technical and construction-related challenges.

• Engage in project meetings and liaise with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

• Enhance understanding of data center electrical systems, focusing on reliability, redundancy, and maintainability requirements.

• Continue to advance technical and professional skills through hands-on project experience, mentorship, and training.

• Collaborate with global AECOM teams on high-profile data center initiatives.

• Occasionally travel for client meetings, significant project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other essential business activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in building MEP electrical design.

• Proficiency in Revit and ACC is preferred.

• Fundamental understanding of electrical power systems and engineering calculations.

• Experience with SKM or ETAP is advantageous.

• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC).

• Knowledge of applicable building codes, such as IBC and IECC.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.

• Capacity to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary team.

• EIT certification or progress toward acquiring a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is preferred.

• Experience or exposure to mission-critical, data center, healthcare, or other complex building projects is preferred.

• Familiarity with data center electrical systems and concepts of reliability, redundancy, and maintainability is preferred.

• A keen interest in developing expertise in mission-critical and hyperscale data center design and industry standards.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future.

• Attendance at an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• Disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work options.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• Remote work schedule.

• Opportunities for global project and career development.