{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2236d11d39ee5577d2531aa3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2236d11d39ee5577d2531aa3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2236d11d39ee5577d2531aa3","title":"Electrical Engineer","description":"We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Center Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of mission-critical electrical infrastructure for hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center projects. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in electrical power systems, redundancy architectures, power distribution, and data center design standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the project lifecycle.\n\nThis role provides technical leadership for electrical engineering design, construction support, commissioning, and operational optimization of critical facilities.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead the electrical design of data center facilities, including:\n\nUtility service entrance systems\n\nMedium-voltage and low-voltage power distribution\n\nUPS systems\n\nSwitchgear and switchboards\n\nPDUs and RPPs\n\nGrounding and bonding systems\n\nLighting and emergency power systems\n\nDevelop single-line diagrams, load studies, short-circuit analyses, coordination studies, and arc flash assessments.\n\nEnsure designs meet Tier III/Tier IV reliability requirements and client performance objectives.\n\nReview engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents for quality and compliance.\n\nServe as the lead electrical engineer on multiple data center projects.\n\nCoordinate with mechanical, structural, civil, networking, and construction teams.\n\nManage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.\n\nMentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.\n\nSupport equipment procurement and factory witness testing.\n\nReview submittals and respond to RFIs.\n\nParticipate in site inspections and construction quality reviews.\n\nLead electrical commissioning activities and troubleshooting.\n\nSupport startup and operational readiness programs.\n\nCompliance & Standards\n\nEnsure compliance with:\n\nNEC\n\nNFPA\n\nIEEE\n\nNETA\n\nANSI\n\nLocal building codes\n\nApply industry best practices related to uptime, resiliency, and energy efficiency.\n\nSupport sustainability initiatives and energy optimization efforts.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.\n\n8+ years of electrical engineering experience.\n\n5+ years of experience designing or supporting mission-critical facilities or data centers.\n\nStrong knowledge of:\n\nElectrical power distribution systems\n\nUPS technologies\n\nGenerator systems\n\nProtection and controls\n\nExperience with electrical analysis software such as:\n\nETAP\n\nSKM PowerTools\n\nEasyPower\n\nProficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office Suite.\n\nAbility to travel up to 25% as required.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Tailwind Applied Sciences","rawCompany":"tailwind applied sciences","city":"Brooklyn","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T03:14:50.141Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"47-2111.00","title":"Electricians","slug":"electricians"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"238210","title":"Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors","slug":"electrical-contractors-and-other-wiring-installation-contractors"},{"code":"335313","title":"Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing","slug":"switchgear-and-switchboard-apparatus-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Electrical Engineer","description":"We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Center Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of mission-critical electrical infrastructure for hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center projects. 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