Data Center Electrical Engineer

Mackinnon Bruce International; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackinnon Bruce International is partnering with a leading global infrastructure developer to appoint an experienced Electrical Engineer for large-scale data center projects across the United States.

The role encompasses electrical design, specification, and delivery from concept to construction, with oversight of contractor designs and vendor relations to meet performance, budget and timeline requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
• 10+ years’ experience in electrical/building services design within data centers.
• Experience leading projects across RFQ/RFP processes and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of data center infrastructure and BOD design.
• Proven experience managing contractors, consultants, and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design delivery from concept through to construction.
• Review contractor designs to identify risks, gaps, and non-conformances.
• Specify and evaluate electrical equipment aligned to client requirements.
• Provide technical oversight throughout the design and delivery lifecycle.
• Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with performance standards and project specifications.
• Contribute to optimisation, efficiency, and continuous improvement post-delivery.
• Manage design coordination, approvals, and stakeholder engagement.
• Support feasibility and due diligence for new developments.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development.

Skills

Electrical design

RFP/RFI leadership

Contractor management

Vendor relationships

Project leadership

Building services design

Data center infrastructure

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are a dynamic, globally connected recruitment and executive search agency with a proven track record since 2012. Partnering with leading multinationals, high-growth start-ups, and ambitious SMEs in the Data Center Industry, we deliver exceptional talent solutions that drive business success and long-term impact.

The Client

We are partnering with with a leading global infrastructure developer to appoint an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of large-scale, mission-critical data center projects across the United States.

The Opportunity

This is a key technical role, partnering closely with development and project teams to drive electrical design, specification, and delivery across multiple data center builds. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring projects meet performance, quality, budget, and timeline expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development teams with RFPs, RFIs, and technical submissions
• Lead electrical design delivery from concept through to construction
• Review contractor designs to identify risks, gaps, and non-conformances
• Specify and evaluate electrical equipment aligned to client requirements
• Provide technical oversight throughout the design and delivery lifecycle
• Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and contractors
• Ensure compliance with performance standards and project specifications
• Contribute to optimisation, efficiency, and continuous improvement post-delivery
• Manage design coordination, approvals, and stakeholder engagement
• Support feasibility and due diligence for new developments
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development

About You

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
• 10+ years’ experience in electrical/building services design within data centers
• Strong understanding of data center infrastructure and BOD design
• Experience leading projects across RFQ/RFP processes and multi-disciplinary teams
• Knowledge of electrical protection and grading studies
• Proven experience managing contractors, consultants, and vendor relationships
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Experience with hyperscale or colocation environments is highly desirable

Why Consider This Role?

• Join a high-performing, collaborative engineering environment
• Opportunity to influence technical standards and project delivery
• Be part of a business focused on innovation and sustainable infrastructure