Senior Electrical Engineer

The Senior Electrical Engineer is an advanced subject matter expert, accountable for the overall integration of Standards, System Processes, Design and Construction, and Commissioning efforts. 

This role is responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining the electrical systems that power and support customer environments.

This role coaches and develops less experienced electrical engineers within the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Installs and maintains the electrical systems that power and support the data center operations.
• Consults on creative solutions to complex electrical problems that arise in design and operation of mission critical systems.
• Looks for continuous improvement and suggests better ways to accomplish design intent, meeting competitive landscape, and reduces cost.
• Accountable for the development of standard electrical equipment and specifications and developing redundancy schemes that meet the company’s strategic goals.
• Networks with the Design Management team to ensure design deliverables meet company strategic goals and conducts QA/QC of design and documentation, including but not limited to construction drawings and commissioning test scripts.
• Represents the organization with outsourced design consultants to ensure design concepts and product selection align with the organization's strategic goals for developing and operating cost effective, highly efficient, and reliable Data Centers.
• Provides expertise to other organization sectors internal to , including Construction, Commissioning, Client Success, and Sales teams.
• Represents General Construction as a Primary Electrical Project Specialist for selected sites.
• Networks with the Construction team to ensure design deliverables meet project schedules.
• Accountable for participating in factory witness testing of new equipment and reviewing and approving of equipment submittals.
• Participate in commissioning activities of new data center phases.
• Consults on electrical system modelling using AmpCalc, ETAP, and other electrical design software.
• Networks with internal Sales Engineering team in analyzing RFPs, responding to RFP questions, conducting training on electrical systems in new buildings, and participating in client site visits.
• Consults internal stakeholders to review client fit out requirements and systems designs.
• Performs any other related task as required.

Knowledge and Attributes:

• Advanced knowledge of electrical system design and power distribution in data centers.
• Advanced knowledge of various mission critical topologies such as Distributed Redundant, Block Redundant etc.
• Advanced knowledge of controls and BMS/EPMS Systems.
• Advanced knowledge of NFPA 72 (NEC), NFPA 70E, and other related codes and standards for electrical design of data centers.
• Advanced knowledge of Life Safety, IBC and OSHA codes and standards.
• Advanced understanding of critical Data Centre electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Revit, electrical engineering software and Bluebeam PDF editing software.
• Detail oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment both virtual and in person.
• Excellent problem-solving skills coupled with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Able to set priorities and meet deadlines and budgets.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in electrical or related field.
• NASCLA certified
• Professional engineering license or Certified Electrician achievement preferred.

Required experience:

• Advanced experience with the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of mission critical data centers.
• Advanced experience with power distribution systems.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this role is $104K to $192K. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. 

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.