Electrical Engineer (Data Centers)

Leoforce; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Matching Contribution

Health/Dental/Vision

Flexible Work Schedule

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support data-center and critical infra projects in New York City. The role emphasizes mission-critical design experience, SKM modeling, NEC/NFPA 70E knowledge, and coordination with architects and clients.

The position requires 6–10 years in electrical building/power systems design, with a hybrid NYC work arrangement and a competitive compensation package. You will lead design options and deliverables across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited college/university.
• 5–10+ years designing power systems for mission-critical projects, data centers, or healthcare facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical power systems for mission-critical environments, data centers, and healthcare facilities.
• Develop and maintain SKM models of MV/LV distribution with UPS, gensets, paralleling gear, PDUs, RPPs, and dual-fed distribution.
• Perform short-circuit studies and protective device coordination.
• Conduct arc flash analyses and prepare NFPA 70E/IEEE 1584 aligned labels.
• Support commissioning, upgrades and troubleshooting in live data center environments.

Skills

Electrical design

Power systems

Data center design

Revit/AutoCAD

SKM Power Tools

NEC/NFPA 70E/IEEE 1584

Project budgeting

Team collaboration

Field experience

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM Power Tools

Job description

Electrical Engineer (Data Centers)

New York, NY, US

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $125,000 - $165,000 per year

Job Details

Electrical Design Engineer EIT/PE (Mission Critical Projects) - NYC/Hybrid

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Team. Must have 6-10 years of experience in Electrical Building / Power Systems Design of Mission Critical Data Centers Projects and Critical Infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• 5-10+ years of experience designing power systems for mission critical projects, data centers, or healthcare facilities.
• EIT or PE License Desired
• Demonstrated experience designing electrical power systems on technically complex projects.
• Proficient in design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and related tools.
• Strong understanding of all A/E design disciplines and cross-disciplinary project coordination.
• Advanced proficiency with SKM Power Tools (DAPPER, CAPTOR, Arc Flash).
• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE 1584.
• Experience with UPS systems, generator paralleling, STS/ATS equipment, and redundant distribution architectures.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interface with architects, clients, engineers, and trade personnel.
• Skilled in presenting design options and technical recommendations to clients and internal teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong time-management and budgeting skills to meet project schedules and deliverables.
• Proven ability to work productively within a team environment on multiple design and construction projects.
• Field experience with a solid understanding of construction methods, systems, and best practices.
• Ability to travel occasionally as needed to support project activities.

Duties

• Design electrical power systems for mission critical environments, data centers, and healthcare facilities.
• Develop and maintain detailed electrical system models of Medium Voltage and Low Voltage distribution system in SKM, consisting of UPS systems, generators, paralleling gear, PDUs, RPPs, and dual fed distribution.
• Perform short circuit studies to verify equipment withstand ratings and identify overstressed equipment.
• Develop protective device coordination studies.
• Conduct arc flash hazard analyses and prepare arc flash labels aligned with NFPA 70E, IEEE 1584, and owner specific safety programs.
• Evaluate system behavior under normal, emergency, and maintenance operating modes.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports with clear recommendations for mitigation, labeling, and operational safety.
• Review one-line diagrams, equipment submittals, and as built documentation to ensure accurate system modeling.
• Collaborate with design engineers, commissioning teams, and facility operators to gather data and validate study assumptions and maintain up-to-date SKM model and reports.
• Provide technical guidance during design, commissioning, and troubleshooting of power distribution systems in live or planned data center environments.
• Participate in commissioning, system upgrades and troubleshooting activities as needed.

A bit about us:

Top Ranked Engineering Consulting Firm. Specializing in Design/Build Mission Critical Projects, Hyperscale Data Centers, and Healthcare Facilities.

Why join us?

• Competitive Base Salary
• Competitive Bonus
• 401K Matching Contribution Benefits Package
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Health/Dental/Vision)
• Accelerated Career Growth & Professional Development
• Flexible Work Schedule and Paid Time Off