Senior Electrical Engineer - Construction

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Performance bonus

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Education support

PE license support

Career progression

Industry projects

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited, a national engineering consultancy, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead high-profile data center projects from concept through commissioning. You will own electrical design, mentor engineers, and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver mission-critical infrastructure.

The role offers a hybrid working environment with career progression and the opportunity to work on hyperscale, colocation and enterprise data centers across North

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years' experience designing electrical systems for mission critical/data center or complex building projects.
• Strong understanding of medium voltage, low voltage and critical power distribution.
• Experience designing UPS systems, generators, switchgear, transformers, busway and standby power infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD and power system analysis software such as SKM or ETAP.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA and applicable electrical codes.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or actively pursuing licensure.
• Proven ability to lead projects, mentor engineers and work directly with clients.
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of hyperscale, colocation and enterprise data center projects from concept through construction.
• Design medium and low voltage power distribution systems, UPS systems, standby generators, switchgear and mission critical electrical infrastructure.
• Produce and review electrical construction documents including single-line diagrams, power distribution layouts and equipment schedules.
• Perform or oversee load calculations, short circuit, coordination and arc flash studies.
• Coordinate with mechanical, plumbing, structural and technology disciplines to deliver fully integrated project solutions.
• Act as the technical lead on multiple projects, ensuring quality, accuracy and compliance with client standards.
• Support construction administration through RFIs, submittal reviews, field observations and technical issue resolution.
• Participate in commissioning activities and support successful project handover.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while supporting business development opportunities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continued growth of the Mission Critical team.

Skills

Electrical design

8+ years exp

Power distribution

UPS systems

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM/ETAP

NEC/NFPA

PE license

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Looking for a role with plenty of growth opportunities?

Join a nationally recognized engineering consultancy supporting the design and delivery of complex mission-critical projects across the industry. The organization is expanding its Mission Critical team and offers the opportunity to work on hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center developments supporting the future of AI and cloud infrastructure.

This opportunity is ideal for a Senior Electrical Engineer looking to lead high-profile data center projects from concept through commissioning. The role offers technical ownership, career progression, and the chance to influence electrical design and delivery alongside an experienced engineering team.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the electrical design of hyperscale, colocation and enterprise data center projects from concept through construction.
• Design medium and low voltage power distribution systems, UPS systems, standby generators, switchgear and mission critical electrical infrastructure.
• Produce and review electrical construction documents including single-line diagrams, power distribution layouts and equipment schedules.
• Perform or oversee load calculations, short circuit, coordination and arc flash studies.
• Coordinate with mechanical, plumbing, structural and technology disciplines to deliver fully integrated project solutions.
• Act as the technical lead on multiple projects, ensuring quality, accuracy and compliance with client standards.
• Support construction administration through RFIs, submittal reviews, field observations and technical issue resolution.
• Participate in commissioning activities and support successful project handover.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while supporting business development opportunities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continued growth of the Mission Critical team.

Skills/Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years' experience designing electrical systems for mission critical, data center or other complex building projects.
• Strong understanding of medium voltage, low voltage and critical power distribution systems.
• Experience designing UPS systems, generators, switchgear, transformers, busway and standby power infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD and power system analysis software such as SKM or ETAP.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA and applicable electrical codes.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or actively pursuing licensure.
• Proven ability to lead projects, mentor engineers and work directly with clients.
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to $170,000.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Hybrid working environment with flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Professional development, training and continuing education support.
• PE license support and reimbursement for professional memberships.
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading hyperscale and AI-focused data center developments across North America.
• Clear progression into Principal Engineer, Discipline Lead or Project Management positions.

Salary:

• Up to $170,000 Basic Salary