Data Center Senior Design Engineer

Fluor; Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corporation seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to lead discipline work within Fluor- ATLS, delivering quality services and applying standard engineering techniques. The role involves coordinating electrical design with multiple disciplines, developing SLDs, layouts, and data sheets for major equipment, and supporting construction and commissioning.

The position requires a four-year engineering degree and extensive experience, with preferred professional registrations and NEC/ HV/MV

Qualifications

• Accredited four-year engineering degree or global equivalent with extensive work experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors.
• Technical knowledge to complete the job and learn applicable local/state/national guidelines.
• Detail-oriented with time-conscious and time-effective work habits.
• Professional registration and society membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply cost-competitive execution to develop cost‑effective project solutions.
• Develop and review specifications, including design criteria.
• Coordinate procurement, permitting, and subcontracting activities.
• Perform calculations, specify equipment, and solve moderately complex problems.
• Review vendor documentation for compliance and resolve discrepancies.
• Provide independent recommendations aligned with project objectives.
• Mentor junior engineers and support construction activities.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

4-year engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

The purpose of the Electrical Design Engineer is to provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and perform the work we have within Fluor- ATLS.

This role has the responsibility to promote Fluor’s competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence. This position serves as an Area Lead or Lead on assigned projects or performs moderately complex engineering assignments, evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques to a broad set of complex assignments.

At Fluor, this role will be part of the Advanced Technology & Life Sciences Division and will be a part of a group of leaders excelling within some of the most complex projects. The project types include but, are not limited to: Advanced Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Food, Semiconductor, Data Centers, Lithium Processing and many more.

• Apply Cost Competitive Execution techniques to develop the most cost-effective total project solution for execution of the discipline engineering work
• Develop and review specifications, including design criteria
• Participate in activities associated with equipment and material procurement, permitting, and subcontracting"
• Perform and check calculations, specify equipment, and solve moderately complex engineering problems
• Review vendor equipment documentation within the discipline and from other disciplines for compliance with project requirements, and actively seek discrepancy resolution
• Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
• Professional registration and membership in technical society (preferred)
• Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
• Effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting
• Managing and leading a large project
• Project set-up, developing control-level schedules, progress reporting and project close-out
• Practical field experience
• Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs

Other Job Requirements

• Data Center Electrical Power System Design
• Act as Electrical Discipline focal point for projects
• Coordinate Electrical Design with other engineering disciplines
• Knowledge of medium voltage and low voltage power distribution systems
• Electrical design deliverables such as Single Line Diagrams, equipment layouts, power plans, lighting plans, grounding, and underground distribution
• Major Electrical Equipment specification/data sheet development for switchgear, transformers, and Motor control centers
• Schematic Development
• Develop construction work packages, material estimates and IFC drawings
• Identify scope and schedule changes
• Conduct checking and independent review of all electrical discipline deliverables
• Support construction and commissioning activities as required
• Mentor junior engineer team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License
• Advanced knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC)
• Experience with HV/MV distribution
• Effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting
• Managing and leading a design team on a large project
• Project set-up, developing control-level schedules, progress reporting, and project close-out
• Practical field experience including testing, commissioning, and start-up
• Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
• ETAP and/or SKM Power System Analysis Software
• Familiarity with Revit, Smart Plant Electrical, Smart Plant 3D, and other electrical design software

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Salary Range: $119,500.00 - $222,500.00