Senior Electrical Specialist: Mission-Critical Data Center

EEI; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Remote first

Certifications support

Job summary

EEI is seeking a Sr. Electrical Specialist on EEI's Mission Critical team to lead commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for electrical systems in data centers and high-reliability facilities.

You will guide field execution, support complex performance testing, and mentor developing professionals while collaborating with project leadership, clients, contractors, and vendors to deliver reliable outcomes.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in electrical systems, commissioning, or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of power distribution, switchgear, UPS, generators, PDUs.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, sequences, data; interpret docs.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and building operations.
• Ability to lead commissioning activities and guide field execution.
• Strong troubleshooting, QA, communication, and teamwork.
• Proficiency with MS Office and commissioning tools.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. full-time without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning, testing, and verification for mission-critical facilities.
• Guide field execution and startup activities across electrical scopes.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues with project teams and vendors.
• Review drawings, specifications, test results, and data to assess readiness.
• Communicate status, risks, findings, and recommendations to clients and teams.
• Mentor specialists and provide field coaching.
• Support safe, reliable project delivery in fast-paced environments.

Skills

Electrical systems

Power distribution

Reading drawings

MEP systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication

Office & docs

US work authorized

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Commissioning tools

Job description

EEI is seeking a Sr. Electrical Specialist on EEI's Mission Critical team to lead commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for electrical systems in data centers and high-reliability facilities.

You will guide field execution, support complex performance testing, and mentor developing professionals while collaborating with project leadership, clients, contractors, and vendors to deliver reliable outcomes.