Electrical Development Project Engineer – Data Center

QTS Realty Trust; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust is seeking a Development Project Engineer - Electrical to assist with design, preconstruction, and construction activities on data center projects. You will interact with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations staff, communicating complex technical issues to leadership as needed.

The role includes reviewing drawings for design standards, collaborating with design teams, defining scope, and supporting procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent engineering degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Basic experience designing electrical systems for Data Centers, construction, operations, and/or facility maintenance.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues to senior leadership or non-engineers.
• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills.

Responsibilities

• Review drawing packages for adherence to design standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external design teams to evaluate designs to ensure they meet design standards and local code requirements.
• Define project scope requirements and communicate with the design team.
• Support construction, commissioning, and risk management teams with information requests and value engineering queries.
• Review OFCI equipment submittals for compliance with design criteria.
• Assist with Short Circuit, Coordination, and Arc Flash studies (SCCAF).
• Assist with project management for multiple projects and campuses.
• This role requires 10% travel.

Job description

QTS Realty Trust is seeking a Development Project Engineer - Electrical to assist with design, preconstruction, and construction activities on data center projects. You will interact with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations staff, communicating complex technical issues to leadership as needed.

The role includes reviewing drawings for design standards, collaborating with design teams, defining scope, and supporting procurement