Senior Electrical Engineer - Data Center Systems Lead

Henderson Companies; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Companies in Phoenix, AZ seeks an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer/Designer to lead complex electrical building systems for data center projects. You will guide design from concept through construction, prepare and review drawings, and coordinate with project teams.

The role requires mentoring junior staff, delivering high-quality designs that meet life-safety and code standards, and supporting business development with clients and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, fire protection, or architectural engineering.
• 12+ years of relevant experience.
• PE license strongly preferred; required for EORs.
• Certifications such as RCDD, NICET, CPD, LEED, WELL highly preferred.
• Advanced to expert proficiency in electrical design, codes/standards, Revit, Bluebeam, and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design from concept through completion for complex or large-scale projects.
• Direct or oversee the preparation of design documents, system layouts, drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Develop solutions to advanced and highly complex engineering problems, providing discipline-wide technical guidance.
• Mentor and coach across teams and practices, including supervising less experienced designers and engineers.
• Participate in staffing recommendations, training initiatives, and technical strategy development.
• Provide quality oversight, including final quality reviews to ensure compliance with standards and best practices.
• Communicate with clients, resolve conflicts, and provide leadership in responding to technical questions or design challenges.
• Lead or support strategic business development efforts and maintain key client and partner relationships.
• Serve as Engineer of Record when assigned, ensuring technical accuracy, accountability, and adherence to professional standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Quality focus

Technical proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Engineering software

Job description

Henderson Companies in Phoenix, AZ seeks an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer/Designer to lead complex electrical building systems for data center projects. You will guide design from concept through construction, prepare and review drawings, and coordinate with project teams.

The role requires mentoring junior staff, delivering high-quality designs that meet life-safety and code standards, and supporting business development with clients and partners.