Senior Electrical Specialist - Data Center Modernization

Engineering-Economics,-Inc.; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSAs

HSAs

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation/sick time

Paid certifications

Job summary

EEI is seeking a Sr. Electrical Specialist to lead commissioning, testing, and documentation for electrical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities.

You will drive field execution, support testing, and mentor junior staff in a high-stakes, collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have 6+ years in electrical systems and a strong grasp of power distribution, switchgear, UPS, and controls, with excellent communication skills for client and contractor interaction.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in electrical systems, commissioning, facilities ops, or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS, generators, PDUs, controls.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, sequences of operation, trend data and system info.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and building operations.
• Ability to lead commissioning activities and guide field execution.
• Strong troubleshooting, QA, communication, documentation, coordination, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and commissioning documentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commissioning, testing, and verification for electrical systems in mission-critical facilities.
• Guide field execution, functional testing, startup support, and closeout across scopes.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical issues with project teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Review drawings, specs, trend data, test results to evaluate readiness and performance.
• Communicate commissioning status, risks, findings, and recommendations to clients and teams.
• Mentor electrical specialists and support staff through field coaching and reviews.
• Contribute to safe, reliable project delivery in fast-paced environments.

Skills

6+ years experience

Power distribution

Read drawings & specs

MEP systems understanding

Lead commissioning activities

Troubleshooting & QA

Office & project software

US work authorization

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Equivalent field experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Commissioning docs tools

Project software

Job description

EEI is seeking a Sr. Electrical Specialist to lead commissioning, testing, and documentation for electrical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities.

You will drive field execution, support testing, and mentor junior staff in a high-stakes, collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have 6+ years in electrical systems and a strong grasp of power distribution, switchgear, UPS, and controls, with excellent communication skills for client and contractor interaction.