Electrical Engineering Lead, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Design and implement electrical systems for hyper-scale data centers, encompassing both medium- and low-voltage power distribution, backup power systems, and emergency systems.

• Create and manage electrical schematics, bills of materials, and installation drawings.

• Ensure adherence to industry standards, codes, and regulations, including NEC and IEC standards.

• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to establish specifications, design criteria, and project budgets.

• Analyze electrical systems to detect and resolve issues, focusing on load balancing, capacity planning, and optimizing power consumption.

• Oversee the monitoring and maintenance of electrical systems, which includes preventative maintenance, testing, and repairs.

• Develop and execute electrical safety procedures and training programs.

• Stay updated on advancements in electrical engineering and data center technology, and recommend enhancements.

• Take responsibility for the success of projects within the electrical discipline.

• Offer specialized technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to mid-level engineers.

• Approve and authorize work as the Engineer of Record.

• Provide engineering budget and schedule estimates for large, intricate projects.

• Lead technical client relationships and play a significant role in business development.

• Collaborate with global AECOM teams on prominent data center projects.

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

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with ten (10) years of relevant experience in electrical design and/or electrical engineering, particularly focused on data center infrastructure, or a demonstrated equivalence of experience and/or education.

• A Professional Engineer License (P.E.) is mandatory.

• Significant experience in electrical engineering for data centers or other critical facilities.

• In-depth knowledge of NEC (NFPA70).

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Capability to build and sustain strong client relationships.

• Creative thinking and ability to identify opportunities to enhance client experiences.

• Experience using building information modeling (BIM) software, specifically ACC Cloud.

• Familiarity with data center design and construction, including design criteria and industry standards.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

• Permanent residency sponsorship is available for current H1-B visa holders in the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and 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.

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