Electrical Engineer - Data Center

Page Michael International Inc
Waco, TX, United States
8 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
$200,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

AutoCAD Data Analysis Autodesk Revit Big Data Data Centers Distributed Systems Electrical CAD IEEE Standards Association Hardware Testing

Job description

  • Develop and review electrical designs for medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems.
  • Prepare single-line diagrams, electrical layouts, equipment specifications, schematics, and design calculations.
  • Specify and evaluate switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and related electrical equipment.
  • Perform or review load calculations, cable sizing, grounding designs, short-circuit studies, protective device coordination, and arc-flash studies.
  • Review designs for reliability, redundancy, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes and project requirements.
  • Coordinate with mechanical, civil, structural, architectural, and utility teams.
  • Provide technical guidance to clients, contractors, equipment vendors, and project stakeholders.
  • Review equipment submittals, respond to RFIs, and resolve electrical design and construction issues.
  • Support site inspections, installation reviews, equipment testing, energization, and commissioning.
  • Contribute to project scope development, schedules, estimates, and engineering deliverables.
  • Maintain quality standards and support the development of junior engineers and designers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Experience designing electrical power distribution systems for large data centers, industrial facilities, or comparable complex projects.
  • Strong understanding of medium- and low-voltage systems, equipment selection, grounding, and electrical protection.
  • Familiarity with NEC, applicable IEEE standards, and electrical safety requirements.
  • Experience with electrical analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or comparable design tools.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across engineering and construction teams.

Benefits & conditions

Waco, Texas Permanent USD180,000 - USD200,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description The Electrical Engineer will design and oversee power distribution systems for large-scale data center projects in Texas. Responsibilities include equipment specifications, electrical calculations, design reviews, and technical support through construction and commissioning. A PE license and experience with data centers or large industrial facilities are required.

  • Major data center projects
  • Competitive compensation, * Competitive salary ranging from $180,000 to $200,000 annually.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
  • Opportunities to support major data center developments.
  • A strong backlog of secured projects.
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

About the company

Our client is a global, employee-owned engineering, architecture, and consulting firm delivering complex infrastructure projects. Its growing Texas team supports large-scale data center developments, offering a strong project backlog, multidisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

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