Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer, Data Centers

Engineering Economics, Inc.; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

EEI is seeking an Electrical Lead for its Mission Critical team to drive electrical commissioning for data centers and high-reliability facilities. You will collaborate with project leadership, clients, and vendors to ensure systems are installed, tested, and operating per project requirements.

The role requires 10+ years in electrical systems with strong leadership, coordination, and client-facing skills, plus travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in electrical systems, commissioning, or related technical fields.
• Advanced knowledge of power distribution, switchgear, UPS, generators, and PDUs.
• Ability to lead commissioning execution and guide technical teams.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and building operations.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, sequences, and operation plans.
• Proficiency with MS Office and commissioning documentation tools.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in future.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical commissioning execution for mission-critical facilities and data centers.
• Oversee field execution, testing, and closeout across assigned scopes or projects.
• Serve as escalation point for complex electrical system issues with project stakeholders.
• Align commissioning activities with project scope, schedule, and client expectations.
• Communicate project status, technical findings, risks, and recommendations to clients and teams.
• Provide technical leadership and coaching for Electrical Support and Sr. Specialists.
• Strengthen safe, high-quality commissioning practices across the discipline.

Skills

Electrical systems

Commissioning leadership

Project coordination

Client communication

MEP systems

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Commissioning tools

Job description

EEI is seeking an Electrical Lead for its Mission Critical team to drive electrical commissioning for data centers and high-reliability facilities. You will collaborate with project leadership, clients, and vendors to ensure systems are installed, tested, and operating per project requirements.

The role requires 10+ years in electrical systems with strong leadership, coordination, and client-facing skills, plus travel as needed.