Senior Electrical Engineer
On-site · Los Angeles, California, United States
Job Summary
Senior Electrical Engineer role in Los Angeles designing electrical power systems for data centers and expansions, leading multidisciplinary electrical design projects, utilizing AutoCAD MEP and Revit MEP to develop construction documents, coordinating with management, clients, and trades, and supporting proposal development. Requires hands-on experience with generators, UPS, PDUs, switchgear, and deep knowledge of building power systems, codes, and data-center-specific design practices. Strong communication, leadership, and project-management skills are essential.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar engineering degree
- 8-15 years experience
- Licensed PE / EIT a Plus
- Experience with the design process of building systems for data center and mission critical projects
- Knowledge of electrical systems found in buildings including single/three phase power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, grounding and life safety systems
- Knowledge of codes and specifications for the design of electrical systems including National Electric Code, Life Safety and Energy Conservation Codes
- Technical / design software including short circuit coordination and arc flash studies, equipment sizing, underground feeder calculations and lighting calculations
- Previous experience using: Revit MEP projects, AutoCAD MEP, BIM a plus
- Experience working on data center /data center / mission critical projects
- Extensive Experience with Electrical Power Systems and Equipment - UPS / Uninterruptible Power Supply, Generators, Batteries, switchgear , Power Distribution Units, Backup Power , Electrical Power, Power Systems , Medium Voltage , High Voltage
- Experience working on complex data center/mission critical facilities design projects a must
- Proficient in design and calculation software
- MS Office: Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Teams
- SKM Power tools, EDSA or ETAP experience is desirable
- Exceptional organizational skills for file management
- Skilled with various electrical topologies and distribution systems
- Skilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements
- Ability to successfully work independently
- Self Starter, self motivated, and should prioritize well
- Effective Communicator – emails, phone and face to face
- Complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail
- Analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
- Communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
- Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
- Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
- Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Previous Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus (Navy nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.)
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