Electrical Resident Engineer

Dataone; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company %

Paid time off and holidays

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

DataOne in Vineland, New Jersey is seeking a Resident Engineer - Electrical to provide on-site engineering oversight and QA for electrical systems at our data center. You will review installations, coordinate with contractors, and ensure conformance to approved designs and codes.

This role requires 8+ years in electrical engineering, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, and strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA/IEEE/NETA. The position is full-time, on-site, with potential travel for future projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years in electrical engineering, construction, or related fields.
• Experience inspecting electrical installations and coordinating corrective actions.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power distribution systems and infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of NEC/NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, IEEE, and NETA standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections to monitor electrical construction quality and verify installations against designs and requirements.
• Review electrical submittals, shop drawings, equipment specs, single-line diagrams, and studies (short-circuit, coordination, arc flash).
• Coordinate technical questions and issues with contractors and design engineers on-site.
• Identify deficiencies, track corrective actions, and witness acceptance testing and commissioning activities.
• Maintain inspection reports, punch lists, and technical records; support project handover.

Skills

Site inspection

Electrical power distribution

Construction QA

Coordination with contractors

Code compliance NEC/NFPA/IEEE

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location: Vineland, New Jersey
Work Setting: On-Site
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

About DataOne

DataOne designs, develops, and operates sustainable AI Factories, bringing together energy, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence at industrial scale. With operations in the U.S. and internationally, we deliver large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. As we continue to grow, we're looking for people who want to bring their experience, ideas, and perspective to meaningful projects and help shape what comes next at DataOne.

About the Job

DataOne is hiring a Resident Engineer - Electrical to provide on-site engineering oversight and construction quality monitoring for electrical systems at our Vineland data center. This position plays an important role in reviewing electrical installations, identifying construction deficiencies, and confirming that work meets approved engineering designs, project specifications, and applicable electrical codes.

In this role, you'll conduct site inspections, review technical submittals, and work closely with construction contractors, design engineers, and commissioning teams to resolve technical issues. You'll also support electrical testing, commissioning, and project handover to help deliver safe, reliable electrical infrastructure for our mission-critical operations.

What You'll Do

• Conduct daily site inspections to monitor electrical construction quality, identify deficiencies, and verify installations against approved designs and project requirements.

• Inspect critical electrical infrastructure, including switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, automatic transfer switches, electrical panels, busway, and grounding systems.
• Review electrical submittals, shop drawings, equipment specifications, single-line diagrams, and technical studies, including short-circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies.
• Serve as the primary on-site electrical engineering contact, coordinating technical questions, RFIs, and construction issues with contractors and off-site design engineers.
• Identify installation deficiencies, design discrepancies, and incomplete work, and track corrective actions through resolution.
• Witness electrical acceptance testing, equipment verification, and commissioning activities, including UPS, generator, circuit breaker, and transfer switch testing.
• Support integrated systems testing, system acceptance, and project handover, including review of as-built drawings and equipment documentation.
• Maintain accurate inspection reports, punch lists, technical records, and construction quality documentation.
• Collaborate with Construction, Engineering, Operations, and commissioning teams to resolve technical concerns and support project progress.
• Monitor compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and project specifications, including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and NETA requirements.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of technical education and relevant experience.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, electrical construction, or construction engineering, preferably involving large-scale commercial or industrial projects.
• Experience inspecting electrical installations, identifying construction deficiencies, and coordinating corrective actions.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and associated infrastructure.
• Experience reviewing electrical drawings, technical submittals, construction specifications, and electrical engineering studies.
• Working knowledge of NEC/NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, IEEE, and NETA standards.
• Experience supporting electrical equipment testing, commissioning, construction quality assurance, and technical documentation.

We recognize that experience and skills can come from different paths. Relevant professional, hands-on, educational, military, trade, and industry experience may all provide the skills and knowledge needed to succeed at DataOne.

Preferred Qualifications

• New Jersey Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience supporting data center construction, hyperscale facilities, or other mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience as a Resident Engineer, Owner's Representative, Electrical Construction Engineer, or Electrical Quality Assurance Engineer.
• Familiarity with critical power distribution, redundant electrical configurations, NETA acceptance testing, and integrated systems testing.
• Experience coordinating multiple contractors on large-scale construction projects.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification, NFPA 70E safety training, or additional Professional Engineer licensure in another state.

What to Expect

• Full-time, on-site position at our Vineland, New Jersey facility, generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
• Availability to respond to technical questions and support project needs during evenings or weekends when necessary.
• Daily collaboration with construction contractors, engineering teams, commissioning personnel, and DataOne project leadership.
• Potential travel to additional DataOne project locations as future construction projects develop.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting data center construction, hyperscale facilities, or other mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience as a Resident Engineer, Owner's Representative, Electrical Construction Engineer, or Electrical Quality Assurance Engineer.
• Familiarity with critical power distribution, redundant electrical configurations, NETA acceptance testing, and integrated systems testing.
• Experience coordinating multiple contractors on large-scale construction projects.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification, NFPA 70E safety training, or additional Professional Engineer licensure in another state.

What to Expect

• Full-time, on-site position at our Vineland, New Jersey facility, generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
• Availability to respond to technical questions and support project needs during evenings or weekends when necessary.
• Daily collaboration with construction contractors, engineering teams, commissioning personnel, and DataOne project leadership.
• Potential travel to additional DataOne project locations as future construction projects develop.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, climb stairs and ladders, and access active construction areas, electrical rooms, equipment platforms, and other designated facility spaces. Work may involve exposure to construction equipment, electrical infrastructure, elevated noise levels, and varying environmental conditions. Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn, and all electrical testing and commissioning observations must follow established safety procedures.

DataOne offers a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, financial well-being, and professional growth, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and company-observed holidays
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Equal Opportunity Employer

DataOne provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

DataOne prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and is committed to providing a workplace where employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity.