Principal Electrical Engineer – Hyperscale Data Centers

LVI Associates

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

LVI Associates represents a nationally recognized design-build organization delivering hyperscale data center projects in North America. The Principal Electrical Engineer will lead electrical design, serve as Engineer of Record, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years of experience, and strong NEC/NFPA/IBC knowledge.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical design for hyperscale and mission-critical data center facilities.
Serve as Engineer of Record and provide technical oversight on project deliverables.
Design medium-voltage and low-voltage power distribution systems, backup generation, UPS systems, grounding, and related critical infrastructure.
Perform and review power system studies including short-circuit, coordination, load flow, and arc flash analyses.
Coordinate with mechanical, structural, telecom, fire protection, and construction teams.
Develop design criteria, specifications, drawings, reports, and construction documentation.
Support client meetings and provide technical leadership throughout design and construction.
Participate in site visits, field investigations, commissioning activities, and design reviews.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to quality assurance initiatives across projects.
Stay current on emerging data center technologies, power infrastructure trends, and industry best practices.