Electrical Engineer, Data Centers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Assist in designing electrical systems for mission-critical and data center facilities, including medium- and low-voltage power distribution, emergency power, lighting, grounding, and life safety systems.

• Conduct electrical calculations and aid in equipment sizing, load assessments, and various engineering analyses.

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

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

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

• Assist senior engineers in addressing technical and construction-related challenges.

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

• Expand knowledge of data center electrical systems, focusing on reliability, redundancy, and maintainability requirements.

• Continue to enhance technical and professional skills through project involvement, mentoring, and training opportunities.

• Participate in high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients.

• Occasional travel may be required for client meetings, significant project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other essential business activities.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• 2 years of experience in building MEP electrical design.

• Preferred experience with Revit and ACC.

• Basic understanding of electrical power systems and engineering calculations.

• Experience with SKM or ETAP is advantageous.

• Proficient knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

• Familiarity with applicable building codes, including IBC and IECC.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary team.

• Capacity to develop technical skills under the mentorship of senior engineers.

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

• Experience or familiarity with mission-critical, data center, healthcare, or complex building projects is desirable.

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

• Interest in developing expertise in mission-critical and hyperscale data center design and industry standards.

• Must be able to work from various locations in the United States where AECOM has an office.

• Sponsorship for this role is not available.

• Relocation assistance for this role is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits.

• Employee perks.

• Flexible work options.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Remote work schedule.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• Mentoring and training support.

• Opportunities for global project participation.

• In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.