Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Data Center Power

Actalent

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 109,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO & overtime eligibility

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Austin, TX to deliver high-value electrical engineering services for data center and industrial power distribution projects. You will design, model, and document power systems, coordinate with multiple trades, and ensure codes compliance.

The role requires experience with NEC/NFPA 70E, SKM/ETAP modeling, AutoCAD drafting, and the ability to lead design reviews and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
5+ years in facilities power systems design.
Experience in electric utility, generation, substation, transmission, or distribution projects.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality electrical engineering services with strong technical value.
Perform detailed electrical load calculations for capacity assessment.
Develop 3D layouts and models to support engineering leadership across projects.
Design standby power systems including generators, UPS, and battery systems.
Design 480V switchgear and distribution equipment for facilities and data centers.
Mentor junior engineers and CAD staff to ensure quality deliverables.