Principal Electrical Engineer (Data Center)

Gray AES is a family-owned, fully integrated global service provider specializing in engineering, design, construction, digital, equipment manufacturing, and real estate services. They are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join their Electrical Engineering Team, responsible for designing and implementing electrical systems for data centers and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement electrical systems for data centers, including medium and low-voltage power distribution, backup power systems, and emergency systems
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, bills of materials, and installation drawings
• Approves and signs off on work, acting as Engineer of Record
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations, including National Electric Code (NEC) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards
• Understanding of telecom and fire alarm design, including prescriptive, performance-based, and full detailed design approaches
• Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to develop specifications, design criteria, and project budgets
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in electrical engineering and data center technologies, and recommend new technologies to improve the reliability and efficiency of our data center infrastructure
• Is accountable for project success in the electrical discipline
• Travel to project sites for engineering surveys, data collection for system studies, audits, and client collaboration

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution
• Professional Engineering License is required
• 7–10 years of professional experience in electrical design engineering, with a strong background in Gray's core markets
• Proven expertise in electrical systems design, including lighting, power distribution, grounding, lightning protection, telecommunications, and security systems
• In-depth knowledge of electrical codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, IBC, and client-specific requirements
• Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination workflows, with experience leading model integration and clash detection
• Advanced proficiency with electrical design tools (e.g., SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills for system analysis, cost modeling, and performance optimization
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead client discussions, present technical concepts, and coordinate across disciplines
• Demonstrated ability to manage project deliverables, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to strategic planning and quality assurance
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement and professional development
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering plus ten (10) years of relevant experience in electrical design and/or electrical engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Extensive experience in electrical engineering for data centers or other critical facilities
• Utilize design and modelling software (AutoCAD, Revit, Elum Tools, BIM360, SKM, ETAP, EDSA, Easy Power)
• Perform system studies including arc flash, load, short circuit, and coordination analyses
• Understanding of telecom and fire alarm design, including prescriptive, performance-based, and full detailed design approaches
• Strong knowledge of NEC (NFPA70)
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities to enhance the client experience
• Experience working with Revit
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with data center design and construction, including design criteria and industry standards