Electrical Specialist: Mission-Critical Data Center Commissioning

Engineering Economics, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Engineering Economics, Inc. (EEI) seeks an Electrical Specialist to independently commission, test, and verify electrical building systems in the field, including power distribution, lighting, wiring, and controls for mission-critical facilities and data centers.

The role requires a degree or strong field commissioning experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work with project teams and clients. Travel up to 75% and a hybrid office/field work arrangement are expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical systems or related field.
• Knowledge of power distribution, switchgear, UPS, generators, and PDUs in mission-critical facilities.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and sequences of operation.
• Ability to work independently in field and with project teams.
• Strong organizational, troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
• Proficient with commissioning documentation tools or project software.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning testing and verification for electrical systems in mission-critical facilities/data centers.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems across full-load, no-load, and failure conditions; coordinate with teams.
• Produce clear commissioning documentation per project requirements.
• Verify installations against design specs, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as on-site technical contact with clients and contractors.
• Contribute to safe, reliable project execution in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Electrical systems

Reading drawings

Independent field work

Documentation & reporting

Organization & teamwork

Microsoft Office Suite

Ethical standards & confidentiality

Authorization to work in US

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Engineering Economics, Inc. (EEI) seeks an Electrical Specialist to independently commission, test, and verify electrical building systems in the field, including power distribution, lighting, wiring, and controls for mission-critical facilities and data centers.

The role requires a degree or strong field commissioning experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work with project teams and clients. Travel up to 75% and a hybrid office/field work arrangement are expected.