Senior Electrical Engineer (USA)
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- United States
- Work setup
- Remote
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably in the construction industry.
- Experience with data center projects or other large-scale industrial projects is a plus but not required.
- Knowledge of electrical systems including MV/LV power distribution, UPS, generators, redundancy strategies (N+1, 2N), and energy efficiency principles.
- PE license preferred; additional certifications (LEED AP, PMP, etc.) are a plus.
- Clear understanding of NEC, IEEE, and international electrical codes relevant to mission-critical facilities.
- Proficiency in BIM software (Autodesk Revit), CAD modeling tools, and other relevant engineering software
- Experience performing power system studies (short circuit, protective-device coordination, arc-flash analysis) using SKM, Etap, or EasyPower Software.
- Experience performing underground ductbank ampacity/heat (Neher-McGrath) studies.
- Strong understanding of electrical systems design, including power distribution, UPS systems, standby generators, and security systems.
- Familiarity with electrical codes and safety standards.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Strong project management abilities, including the coordination and supervision of on-site activities.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Full description
Location:** US, Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Mission-Critical Facilities, Data Centers
Travel: Required as per project needs
Role Summary:Ehvert Mission Critical, a business unit within Salas O’Brien** is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team and lead the design of complex electrical systems for hyperscale and AI data centers across the United States. This is a remote role within an innovative, international engineering firm recognized for its cutting-edge work in mission-critical infrastructure.
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, modeling, and execution of power systems, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with all applicable standards. You will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and project stakeholders to develop electrical systems that support high-capacity, technology-driven environments.
This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects for global clients like Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon, Google, while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
What We Offer:
- Experience in a high-tech industry within an international company
- Unique, cutting-edge data center projects
- Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive management and a dynamic team environment
- Career growth potential
- Comprehensive compensation package
- Work from home
- Employee benefits
What you will do:
- Lead electrical engineering design activities on major projects in the United States.
- Design, model, and simulate electrical systems for hyperscale and AI data centers.
- Develop electrical systems including power distribution, UPS, standby generators, and security systems.
- Prepare engineering calculations, schematic designs, and detailed designs.
- Create technical documentation for project execution, including design criteria and specifications.
- Collaborate with architects and engineers to coordinate BIM models and resolve conflicts.
- Review shop drawings and ensure compliance with engineering codes and safety standards.
- Use BIM tools to virtually construct electrical systems and coordinate with other disciplines.
- Manage and coordinate projects, including on-site supervision.