Electrical Engineer – Data Center Design

Alliance Search Partners; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their team, focusing on data center design and mission-critical facilities. The role involves leading electrical design projects, ensuring safety and compliance, and mentoring junior staff. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

Employer-contributed retirement savings plan

Professional development support

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical system design.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical system designs including one-line diagrams and load calculations.
• Produce sealed construction drawings and specifications in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Manage Integrated Systems Testing for Tier II–IV facilities.

Skills

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

SKM

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Data Center Design

Electrical Engineer – Data Center Design

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Our client is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer with experience in mission-critical facility and data center design to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading the electrical design for high-reliability environments such as data centers, hospitals, and other 24/7 operations where downtime is not an option. From concept to commissioning, you will engineer robust and energy-efficient electrical systems, ensuring safety, performance, and compliance with industry standards. This role will be Hybrid, with WFH and 2 days onsite in either Dundas ON or Vaughan, with travel to customer sites.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Design

• Develop electrical system designs including one-line diagrams, load calculations, and short-circuit/coordination studies using SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Specify and size electrical equipment such as MV/LV switchgear, UPS, generators, PDUs, busways, grounding, and lightning protection systems.
• Produce sealed construction drawings and specifications in AutoCAD and Revit in collaboration with mechanical, architectural, and structural teams.
• Documentation & PermitsPrepare technical reports, design narratives, budgets, and bid documents.
• Interface with clients, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and utility companies to obtain permits and approvals.
• Construction & SupportReview shop drawings, submittals, and respond to RFIs and design clarifications.
• Conduct factory witness testing, on-site inspections, and generate site test.
• Commissioning & HandoverManage Integrated Systems Testing (IST) for Tier II–IV and Uptime-certified facilities.
• Deliver as-built documentation, conduct client training, and support post-occupancy troubleshooting
• Leadership & InnovationMentor junior engineers and CAD/Revit technologists.
• Stay current with evolving standards OESC & CEC. (preferred knowledge with NFPA 70/70E, 75/76, ASHRAE 90.4, LEED), integrating best practices into projects.
• Additional DutiesDesign fire alarm, power distribution, standby systems, lighting, and grounding systems.
• Conduct site surveys and prepare field documentation.
• Support construction management, including inspections and project closeout.
• Collaborate with architects and project managers to deliver integrated, safe, and efficient designs.
• Perform system analyses and modeling to optimize electrical performance.
• QualificationsBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical system design, preferably in consulting.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred QualificationsUptime Institute or BICSI Certification.
• Experience in data center or mission-critical facility design.
• Knowledge of LEED and energy-efficient building practices.
• Proficiency in SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Familiarity with BICSI 002, CSA C282, and Uptime Tier standards.
• Knowledge of DC system
• What We OfferCompetitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Employer-contributed retirement savings plan.
• Professional development support and continuing education opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements and a collaborative, innovative team culture.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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