Data Center - Electrical Engineer-San Jose, CA or Irvine, CA

Job Description

Job Title: Data Center Electrical Engineer
Location: San Jose, CA or Irvine, CA
Job Type: Full-Time


Job Summary


We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of mission-critical data center projects. This role partners closely with development and project teams to provide technical leadership, ensuring high-quality electrical system design, efficient project execution, and alignment with budget and schedule requirements.


The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in data center electrical infrastructure, strong project leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate across internal teams, consultants, and vendors.


Key Responsibilities

• Support development teams in preparing RFPs, RFIs, and other technical documentation for customer engineering requirements
• Review design documentation across disciplines, respond to RFIs, and approve technical submittals
• Lead electrical design delivery from concept through construction documentation
• Conduct detailed design reviews to identify risks, gaps, and non-conformances
• Research and evaluate electrical equipment and systems to meet technical and customer requirements
• Design, implement, and support electrical systems for data center facilities
• Provide technical guidance throughout the design and construction phases to ensure performance standards are met
• Perform post-delivery reviews to identify optimization opportunities and improve energy efficiency
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to procure high-quality, cost-effective equipment
• Manage external consultants and contractors throughout the design lifecycle
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Support project documentation, reporting, and coordination efforts
• Manage permitting, approvals, and coordination with relevant authorities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Provide feedback on contractor and consultant performance and escalate risks as needed
• Contribute to the development of design standards and best practices as technologies evolve
• Support site selection and feasibility efforts through technical due diligence
• Mentor team members and contribute to training and knowledge-sharing initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical or building services design and construction, with a focus on data centers
• Professional licensure or equivalent certification preferred
• Experience with electrical protection and coordination studies
• Strong project management experience, including RFQ/RFP processes, budgeting, and consultant coordination
• Proficiency in data center Basis of Design (BOD) development
• Solid understanding of industrial and commercial architecture and engineering
• Experience working with electrical subcontractors and vendor relationships
• In-depth knowledge of electrical infrastructure, construction practices, and cost estimation
• Experience managing cross-functional project teams
• Strong contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Familiarity with hyperscale and colocation data center design standards
• Understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; basic knowledge of PowerPoint

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge data center projects
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment
• Career development and leadership opportunities

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