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Data Center Electric Engineer

Company:
The Network 101
Location:
West Chicago, IL, 60185
Posted:
May 15, 2025
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Description:

We are adding a Data Center Electrical Engineer in West Chicago, IL 60185 or Jacksonville, Florida

We are a leading independent owner and operator of wireless communications infrastructure, including towers, buildings, rooftops, DAS and small cells. We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package and are looking for team members who will thrive in our dynamic environment.

What You Will Do - Primary Responsibilities

Assist with complex data center engineering projects requiring 100% attention to detail.

Assist with the preparation of electrical/mechanical specifications and design criteria for data center projects.

Provide expert level input on future data center and MEC (mobile edge data center) designs and retrofits.

Review and update data center existing and MEC electrical documentation as expansions occur.

Review electrical mission critical system changes with Data center engineering team.

Provide and analyze energy efficient solutions to minimize power losses and improve efficiencies.

Develop innovative, cost effective and efficiency improvements as needed.

Generate RFPs, ROMs, and SOWs for multiple types of data center projects.

Develop comprehensive project plans and provide updates on progress, risks, and schedule.

Travel to data center sites to lead or support engineering changes, modifications, electrical system audits, startup testing, and commissioning when necessary.

Provide, review, track electrical capacity at various distribution levels from utility to end user.

Coordinate the Design Process, manage budget reviews and support construction efforts for new projects and existing site expansions, while collaborating with contractors and internal teams

Review and approve as-builts and submissions.

Ensure compliance with codes and data center standards, develop infrastructure improvements, and serve as an expert in the field of electrical engineering.

Participate in root cause analysis and create and develop corrective actions.

Participate in M&A studies and projects when required.

Justify and communicate technical decisions to senior management. Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma/GED.

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field of study.

7+ years of combined data center cross discipline knowledge experience

Previous experience with electrical equipment design to include Generators, electrical switchgear, UPS systems necessary.

Awareness of technical standards (NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, ASME, EPA, OSHA, LEED-EBOM, etc.)

Knowledge of short circuit coordination and arc flash studies

Experience leading with an ownership mentality for maintaining uptime in a critical environment.

Solid understanding of critical electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire suppression operation and applicable codes

Experience managing construction projects and infrastructure upgrades, including Capex and Opex budgeting.

Proficient in AutoCAD MEP/Revit MEP/Bluebeam to develop electrical construction models and documents.

7+years' experience in data center engineering required.

Autocad MEP experience is required

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