Data Center Electrical Engineer III

Rosendin; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership

401K

Annual bonus program

17 PTO days per year

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Plans

Charitable Giving Match

Job summary

Rosendin is seeking a Data Center Electrical Engineer III in Sterling, VA to provide senior engineering support for high-profile AI-ready data center projects. You will mentor staff, coordinate with architects, structural and mechanical teams, and ensure compliance with codes and project specifications.

The role requires a PE license, at least 5 years of engineering experience, and strong REVIT/Autodesk skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architectural engineering, or construction sciences.
• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of Engineering Experience.
• One-year on-site field experience strongly encouraged.
• Licensure as a US-based Professional Engineer is required.
• Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Design world class Data Center for the future of AI in collaboration with other engineers.
• Proficiently use REVIT and related Autodesk tools.
• Oversee a team of engineers, designers, and staff on projects or initiatives.
• May serve as Engineer of Record for assigned projects.
• Supervise, review, and process equipment and system submittals.
• Coordinate electrical, architectural, structural, mechanical, and plumbing work.
• Oversee the preparation of power, lighting, and auxiliary systems designs.
• Prepare power system single-line diagrams, feeder sizing, and equipment elevations.
• Supervise short circuit and arc flash studies and device coordination.
• Perform distribution analysis including voltage drop and Neher-McGrath calculations.
• Oversee project specifications or equipment procurement.
• Visit job sites to survey existing electrical conditions.
• Utilize engineering analysis programs to assess loads and lighting.”
• Conduct value engineering to optimize construction costs.
• Attend design team meetings with clients and contractors.
• Coordinate design criteria with budget and schedule with Rosendin PM.
• Investigate drawing interpretation issues and conflicts.
• Generate project specifications and sequence of operations.
• Apply testing and commissioning knowledge.
• Review plans, specs, and estimates for projects.
• Manage design progress and coordinate with authorities.
• Oversee plans, specifications, schedules, and electrical work coordination.
• Prepare commissioning documentation for buildings.
• Resolve complex design problems and conflicts.

Skills

Data Center design

REVIT proficiency

Autodesk software

Microsoft Office

Illumination software

Oracle software

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architectural engineering, or construction sciences

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Illumination software

Oracle software

Job description

Overview

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

Why Rosendin? Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

Your Next Opportunity

The Data Center Electrical Engineer III is a senior engineering position responsible for providing technical engineering information and assistance to ensure compliance with the project requirements and all engineering standards, applicable codes, and specifications. This is a senior engineering role with developed subject matter expertise and the capability to mentor and train other staff.

What You'll Do

• You will work with other Engineers to design world class Data Center for the future of AI
• You will bring your proficiency in the use of REVIT
• Oversee a team of engineers, designers, and staff on a project basis or individual initiative
• May be the Engineer of Record for projects as assigned
• Supervise, review, comment, and process equipment and system submittals
• Supervise process coordination between architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and all electrical trades
• Oversee the preparation of designs, including power, lighting, and auxiliary systems
• Oversee preparation of power system single-line diagrams, including feeder, over current protection sizing, and equipment elevations
• Supervise or conduct short circuit and over-current protection device coordination studies and Arc Flash Studies
• Supervise or conduct distribution analysis, including voltage drop, voltage droop, and underground heat effect (Neher-McGrath) calculations
• Oversee the project specifications or equipment buy-out
• Visit job sites to field survey existing electrical conditions
• Supervise or Utilize engineering analysis programs and professional judgment to analyze loads, lighting levels, and short circuit currents
• Conduct value engineering exercises to evaluate the cost of construction
• Attend project design team meetings and interface with various team members, particularly the client, architect, and mechanical contractor/engineer
• Work closely with the Rosendin Project Manager to coordinate the design criteria with budgetary issues and deliverables schedule on the projects they are assigned
• Research and resolve drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors during project installation
• Generate project specifications appropriate for the project
• Develop a complete and accurate sequence of operations for all designed systems
• Working knowledge of equipment and system testing and commissioning
• Perform work involving the application of conventional aspects of electrical engineering related to the design of high-tech, mission-critical health industry, commercial, industrial, high-rise residential, and other facilities
• Review plans and technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates
• Supervise the design and ongoing progress of a project, including the coordination of the project with the city, state, county officials, and other outside agencies
• Oversee plans and specifications, establish schedules, and coordinate electrical engineering work
• Prepare documentation for the commissioning of a building
• Resolve various complex problems (i.e., conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements, technical issue resolution)
• The duties and responsibilities describe this position's general nature and scope of work. This is a partial listing, and other responsibilities will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

What You Bring To Us

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architectural engineering, or construction sciences
• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of Engineering Experience
• One-year on-site field experience strongly encouraged
• Licensure as a US-based Professional Engineer is required
• Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience

What You'll Need To Be Successful

• Advanced knowledge of electrical engineering subjects, Data Center design, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, energy conservation, value engineering, applicable codes, standards, etc., is required to design state-of-the-art constructible projects
• Proficient in REVIT, Autodesk, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.), Illumination software, and Oracle software pertaining to Engineering Productivity and CAC generation
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

Travel

• Up to 25% (Does not include local field visits)

Working Conditions

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions, such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning
• Noise level is usually low to medium
• Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs.
• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

You Matter - Our Benefits

• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership
• 401K
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.

Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.