Pre-Sales Engineer (Electrical - Data Center Services)

CPG; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 131,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

CPG is seeking a Senior Pre-Sales Electrical Engineer for Data Center Systems in Dallas, TX. You will lead technical design, support sales, and guide project execution for mission-critical facilities, focusing on UPS and power distribution.

The role requires deep data center expertise and strong communication with clients and internal teams. Responsibilities include early-stage qualification, specifications, and coordinating with procurement to develop tailored solutions, ensuring reliable

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mission-critical infrastructure, electrical design, and power quality systems.
• Extensive expertise in UPS system design, specification, and deployment.
• Strong understanding of data center facility operations and electrical distribution.
• Strong understanding of Lightning Protection, bonding/grounding, and surge suppression.
• Advanced technical writing skills for documentation, proposals, and project specifications.
• Proven ability to lead projects from concept through execution.
• Experience with major power system providers (Eaton, Schneider Electric) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design, sales support, and project execution for mission-critical data center infrastructure.
• Collaborate with internal sales and engineering teams to tailor solutions for clients.
• Lead early-stage qualification, specification, and logistics planning for data center projects.
• Support estimating by reviewing specifications and coordinating with procurement.
• Develop system configurations and integration plans for reliable operation.
• Act as liaison between clients and internal stakeholders, translating complex concepts for all audiences.
• Identify cross-department opportunities to enhance service offerings.

Skills

Power systems

UPS design

Data center operations

Technical writing

Project leadership

Client-facing

Electrical distribution

Communication at all levels

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Eaton products

Schneider Electric products

Job description

Position: Pre-Sales Engineer (Electrical - Data Center Services)

Location: Dallas, TX

Job Id: 1365

# of Openings: 1

TITLE: Pre-Sales Engineer (Electrical Engineer - Data Center Systems) - LOCATION: Dallas, TX

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pre Sales Electrical Engineer - Data Center Electrical Engineer Systems leads technical design, sales support, and project execution for mission-critical infrastructure projects. This role requires experience in power systems, UPS equipment, and mission-critical electrical solutions, with ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. The position combines technical proficiency, project management expertise, and client-facing engagement to support seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provide expert-level technical guidance for the design and implementation of critical power distribution systems and supporting electrical systems to include UPS solutions and backup power infrastructure.
• Work closely with internal sales and engineering teams to develop tailored solutions for prospective and existing clients.
• Lead early-stage qualification, specification, and logistics planning for data center projects.
• Create and support the estimating efforts by reviewing project specifications and coordinating with procurement teams.
• Develop comprehensive system configurations and integration plans to support optimal performance and reliability.
• Serve as a key liaison between clients and internal stakeholders, communicating complex technical concepts to audiences ranging from operations teams to executive leadership.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration to enhance service offerings and support business growth.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be given to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 10+ years of experience in mission-critical infrastructure, electrical design, and power quality systems.
• Extensive expertise in UPS system design, specification, and deployment.
• Strong understanding of data center facility operations and electrical distribution.
• Strong understanding Bonding, Grounding, Lightening Protection, and surge Suppression
• Advanced technical writing skills for documentation, proposals, and project specifications.
• Proven ability to lead projects from concept through execution, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Comfortable communicating at all organizational levels, from field operations to C-suite executives.
• Experience with Eaton, Schneider Electric, and other leading power system providers preferred.
• Prior experience managing large enterprise accounts within the data center industry preferred.
• Familiarity with commissioning procedures for mission-critical facilities preferred.
• Familiarity with the five electrical class ratings. Classes, F0 - F4 regarding redundancy, Capacity, Expandability, Maintainability, Survivability, and Quality.

Education/Experience

• 10+ years of experience in mission-critical infrastructure, electrical design, and power quality systems.

Computer Skills

• Advanced technical writing skills for documentation, proposals, and project specifications.

Certificates and Licenses

• Master Electrician License preferred.
• Experience with Eaton, Schneider Electric, and other leading power system providers preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept through execution, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external stakeholders, clients, subcontractors, procurement teams, and project leadership.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 10-50 pounds at a time.
• May be required to walk around facilities for site visits.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Pre Employment Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions requiring driving must have an MVR that meets company and insurance carrier standards.

CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Pay Range: $130,798 - $196,253 per year