Senior Electrical Engineer

Mackinnon Bruce International; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackinnon Bruce International is recruiting an experienced Electrical Engineer to support large-scale, data center projects across the United States. This senior role partners with development and project teams to drive electrical design, specification, and delivery from concept through construction.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years in data centers, including RFQ/RFP processes and multi-disciplinary teams, and possess strong

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
• 10+ years’ experience in electrical/building services design within data centers.
• Strong understanding of data center infrastructure and BOD design.
• Experience leading projects across RFQ/RFP processes and multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support development teams with RFPs, RFIs, and technical submissions.
• Lead electrical design delivery from concept through to construction.
• Review contractor designs to identify risks, gaps, and non-conformances.
• Specify and evaluate electrical equipment aligned to client requirements.
• Provide technical oversight throughout the design and delivery lifecycle.
• Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with performance standards and project specifications.
• Contribute to optimisation, efficiency, and continuous improvement post-delivery.
• Manage design coordination, approvals, and stakeholder engagement.
• Support feasibility and due diligence for new developments.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development.

Job description

We are a dynamic, globally connected recruitment and executive search agency with a proven track record since 2012. Partnering with leading multinationals, high-growth start-ups, and ambitious SMEs in the Data Center Industry, we deliver exceptional talent solutions that drive business success and long-term impact.

The Client

We are partnering with with a leading global infrastructure developer to appoint an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of large-scale, mission-critical data center projects across the United States.

The Opportunity

This is a key technical role, partnering closely with development and project teams to drive electrical design, specification, and delivery across multiple data center builds. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring projects meet performance, quality, budget, and timeline expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development teams with RFPs, RFIs, and technical submissions
• Lead electrical design delivery from concept through to construction
• Review contractor designs to identify risks, gaps, and non-conformances
• Specify and evaluate electrical equipment aligned to client requirements
• Provide technical oversight throughout the design and delivery lifecycle
• Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and contractors
• Ensure compliance with performance standards and project specifications
• Contribute to optimisation, efficiency, and continuous improvement post-delivery
• Manage design coordination, approvals, and stakeholder engagement
• Support feasibility and due diligence for new developments
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development

About You

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
• 10+ years’ experience in electrical/building services design within data centers
• Strong understanding of data center infrastructure and BOD design
• Experience leading projects across RFQ/RFP processes and multi-disciplinary teams
• Knowledge of electrical protection and grading studies
• Proven experience managing contractors, consultants, and vendor relationships
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Experience with hyperscale or colocation environments is highly desirable

Why Consider This Role?

• Join a high-performing, collaborative engineering environment
• Opportunity to influence technical standards and project delivery
• Be part of a business focused on innovation and sustainable infrastructure