Senior Electrical Specialist - Mission-Critical Data Center

Engineering Economics, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation and sick time

Paid certifications

Job summary

Engineering Economics, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Electrical Specialist to lead complex commissioning and testing for data centers and mission-critical facilities. You will guide field execution, resolve sophisticated issues, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with clients and vendors.

The role demands 6+ years in electrical systems and strong knowledge of power distribution, switchgear, UPS, generators, and MEP operations. Hybrid field-office work with travel is expected.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in electrical systems, commissioning, facilities operations, engineering, construction, maintenance, or related technical field.
• Advanced working knowledge of power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS, generators, PDUs, controls, and related electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, technical documentation, trend data, and system information.
• Advanced understanding of MEP systems, controls, and integrated building operations.
• Ability to lead assigned commissioning activities, guide field execution, and elevate complex technical issues.
• Strong troubleshooting, quality assurance, communication, documentation, coordination, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning documentation tools or project software.
• Currently authorized to work in the U.S. full-time without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commissioning, testing, and verification activities for electrical systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers.
• Guide field execution, functional performance testing, startup support, and closeout activities across assigned electrical scopes.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical system issues and drive practical resolution with project teams, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Review drawings, specifications, trend data, test results, and system information to evaluate readiness and performance.
• Communicate commissioning status, risks, findings, and recommendations clearly with clients, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Mentor Electrical Specialists and Electrical Support team members through field coaching, documentation review, and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to safe, reliable, and high-quality project delivery in fast-paced mission-critical environments.

Skills

Electrical systems

Commissioning

Field leadership

MEP systems

Troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent trade/field experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Commissioning documentation tools

Job description

Engineering Economics, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Electrical Specialist to lead complex commissioning and testing for data centers and mission-critical facilities. You will guide field execution, resolve sophisticated issues, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with clients and vendors.

The role demands 6+ years in electrical systems and strong knowledge of power distribution, switchgear, UPS, generators, and MEP operations. Hybrid field-office work with travel is expected.