Hyperscale Data Center Electrical Lead

TRS Staffing Solutions; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TRS Staffing Solutions seeks a Lead Electrical Engineer to manage electrical power infrastructure for hyperscale data center projects from construction through turnover. You will coordinate HV/MV/LV distribution, backup power, and critical power systems, ensuring alignment with owner standards and schedules.

You will act as the on-site owner’s electrical representative, mentor engineers, review submittals, and collaborate with external design partners and contractors to deliver reliable,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–10+ years of experience in electrical design, project engineering, or construction management
• Strong knowledge of HV/MV/LV distribution systems, backup power (generators/UPS), and NFPA, NEC, IEEE, and applicable local codes.
• Experience reviewing and coordinating with external engineering firms
• Experience delivering large-scale, mission-critical, industrial or data center projects.
• Detail oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical scope across multiple project phases from concept to turnover.
• Coordinate power strategies with utility providers and stakeholders.
• Review design deliverables for compliance with owner standards and tenant requirements.
• Serve as the primary interface between internal teams and external electrical consultants.
• Coordinate with mechanical, structural, and commissioning teams for system integration.
• Oversee electrical submittals, RFIs, change orders, and field clarifications.
• Act as on-site electrical representative during construction.
• Monitor contractor performance for quality, safety, schedule, and cost.
• Support budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, and equipment procurement.
• Assist with schedules and long-lead equipment planning.
• Support commissioning activities and turnover documentation.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to power delivery and procurement.
• Mentor project engineers and drive cross-disciplinary coordination.

Skills

Electrical design

Project engineering

Construction management

Power strategy coordination

On-site owner representation

Budgeting and procurement

Mentoring team members

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

NFPA/NEC/IEEE codes

Job description

TRS Staffing Solutions seeks a Lead Electrical Engineer to manage electrical power infrastructure for hyperscale data center projects from construction through turnover. You will coordinate HV/MV/LV distribution, backup power, and critical power systems, ensuring alignment with owner standards and schedules.

You will act as the on-site owner’s electrical representative, mentor engineers, review submittals, and collaborate with external design partners and contractors to deliver reliable,