Remote Senior Electrical Engineer, Hyper-Scale Data Centers

AECOM; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for Data Centers to lead electrical design for hyper-scale facilities. This remote position can be based anywhere in the U.S. and may require travel for key milestones and client meetings.

You will design, implement, and maintain high-density electrical systems, mentor mid-level engineers, and provide budget estimates while ensuring NEC and IEC compliance. The role supports the reliability and efficiency of data center infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 8 years of data center experience.
• Experience leading electrical design for data centers or critical facilities.
• Knowledge of NEC/NFPA70 and IEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement electrical systems for hyper-scale data centers, incl. medium/low-voltage power, backups, and emergencies.
• Develop schematics, BOMs, and installation drawings.
• Ensure NEC/IEC compliance and collaborate on budgets and specs.
• Lead and mentor mid-level engineers; act as Engineer of Record.
• Provide budget estimates and schedule for large, complex projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Client relationships

Budgeting & planning

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

8+ years electrical design/engineering experience

Tools

BIM ACC Cloud

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for Data Centers to lead electrical design for hyper-scale facilities. This remote position can be based anywhere in the U.S. and may require travel for key milestones and client meetings.

You will design, implement, and maintain high-density electrical systems, mentor mid-level engineers, and provide budget estimates while ensuring NEC and IEC compliance. The role supports the reliability and efficiency of data center infrastructure.