Job Description

Electrical Engineer – Data Center Projects

Location: Northern Virginia

Type: Full-Time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to work on cutting-edge AI Data Center projects. You will be responsible for the design, construction support, and commissioning of high-density, mission-critical power systems that enable next-generation AI infrastructure. This is a rare opportunity to work on some of the most advanced data centers in the world, where power reliability, redundancy, and efficiency are critical.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, analyze, and oversee high-voltage (HV), medium-voltage (MV), and low-voltage (LV) electrical systems for AI data centers.
• Develop single-line diagrams, load calculations, and electrical layouts for server halls, substations, and mechanical rooms.
• Specify and design switchgear, transformers, PDUs, busways, UPS systems, and backup generators to support high-density AI workloads.
• Ensure redundancy and reliability of power systems (N+1, 2N, 2N+1 configurations).
• Support construction phase: review submittals, RFIs, inspect installations, and resolve field issues.
• Lead or support commissioning activities including IST, FAT/SAT, relay and protective device testing.
• Conduct arc flash, short-circuit, and load flow studies to ensure compliance with NFPA, NEC, and IEEE standards.
• Collaborate with MEP, mechanical, and IT teams to integrate high-density power and cooling systems, including liquid cooling for AI clusters.
• Coordinate with utilities and EPC partners to ensure seamless substation and site power integration.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on mission-critical power design best practices.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience designing, constructing, or commissioning mission-critical electrical systems, preferably in data centers or hyperscale facilities.
• Experience with HV, MV, LV systems, switchgear, transformers, PDUs, UPS, and generators.
• Familiarity with high-density AI workloads and power distribution requirements.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70/70E, IEEE standards.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM PowerTools, or similar electrical design software.
• Strong problem-solving and field support skills.
• Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, electrical drawings, and schematics.

Preferred:

• NETA Certified or commissioning experience (Cx/CxA).
• Experience with liquid cooling systems and high-density rack power integration.
• Previous experience in hyperscale AI data center projects.
• Familiarity with utility interconnection and substation design.

What's in it for you

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Professional growth in mission-critical power and AI infrastructure.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 20 days PTO

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