Senior Electrical Engineer - Remote Data Center Power & UPS

Salas O'Brien Canada Inc.

Canada

On-site

USD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for Data Center Projects in the United States. You will develop electrical designs for large-scale facilities, focusing on MV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, grounding, and system reliability.

You will own assigned deliverables, contribute to multidisciplinary coordination, and mentor junior staff. Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in utility/industrial/mission-critical facilities, strong NEC/IEEE/NFPA knowledge, and proficiency with

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
PE license required; LEED AP, PMP, etc. are a plus.
Experience with data center design, power distribution, and mission-critical facilities.

Responsibilities

Develop electrical system designs including MV/LV distribution, UPS, standby generators, grounding, lighting, and monitoring systems.
Perform load flow, short circuit, and arc flash studies using SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower.
Review drawings, calculations, and vendor documentation for accuracy and compliance.
Support BIM/VDC teams in the modeling and coordination of electrical systems.
Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and client-specific standards.
Assist with QA/QC reviews and internal design checks.
Provide construction-phase support including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and supporting field activities.
Participate in design coordination meetings with clients, consultants, and internal teams.