Senior Electrical Engineer — Data Center Projects Lead

Mackinnon Bruce; California; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackinnon Bruce International, partnering with a leading global infrastructure developer, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support delivery of large-scale data center projects across the United States. You will work with development and project teams to drive electrical design, specification, and delivery from concept through construction.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in electrical/building services design for data centers, with RFQ/RFP leadership and strong vendor

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's).
• 10+ years in electrical/building services design for data centers.
• Experience leading 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 post-delivery improvements.
• Manage design coordination, approvals, and stakeholder engagement.
• Support feasibility and due diligence for new developments.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development.

Skills

Electrical design

Team leadership

Contractor management

Vendor relationships

Commercial awareness

Data center infra

RFQ/RFP experience

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Who we are

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?

• Work on cutting-edge, large-scale data center developments
• 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

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

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