Utility Project Engineer

QTS Data Centers; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching contributions

Generous PTO

Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Utility Development Project Engineer in Phoenix, Arizona, to support utility infrastructure planning and execution. This role requires collaboration with critical stakeholders in managing utility capacity for data center projects.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and have two or more years of experience in medium/high voltage construction management. Competitive benefits, including 401(k) matching and PTO, are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction, or equivalent professional experience.
• Two or more years of medium/high voltage construction management experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Utility Delivery team with reporting, data collection, and deliverables.
• Manage and organize documentation for utility development projects.
• Support budgets and cost forecasting of utility projects.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Construction management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk Management

High-voltage electricity

Utilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.

As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting‑edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

At QTS, we are Powered by People. Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission‑driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

And we’d like to invite you to join us.

Benefits

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid Holidays Annually / Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Utility Development Project Engineer

The Utility Development Project Engineer will support the overall planning and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center substation and utility build projects. This role will interface and collaborate with many critical stakeholders, including but not limited to energy leaders responsible for utility contracts and negotiations; utility engagement developing relationships with utilities; pre‑development leads evaluating new properties; operations leaders managing load growth projections; and development team project leaders planning and building new data centers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Utility Delivery team with required reporting, data collection, and deliverables.
• Manage and organize documentation for utility development projects.
• Support project schedules and report on milestones for utility projects.
• Support budgets and cost forecasting of utility projects, including construction and equipment.
• Track and report on status and schedule of power delivery timelines.
• Participate in procurement and project cost estimates.
• Level pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning services.
• Review monthly pay applications from the contractors.
• Review change order requests from contractors.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction, or equivalent professional experience.
• Two or more years of medium/high voltage construction management.
• Two or more years or more years’ experience running projects or related professional experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates, and Excel to create and maintain project budgets.
• Be able to travel up to 25% of the time or as needed to support projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four plus years of electrical substation construction
• Highly organized and able to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Technical expertise in High and Medium Voltage Electrical Design or Construction

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a high growth company.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver high quality work in tight timeframes.

Additional Skills

• Substations
• Construction Management
• Budgeting
• Scheduling
• Risk Management
• Transmission
• High‑voltage electricity
• Utilities

Total Rewards

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits. This role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.