$150K/yr – $200K/yr
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$150K/yr – $200K/yr
Posted
24 days ago
Amentum is a provider of digital infrastructure and data center services, including design, construction, modernization, and maintenance. The company is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, commissioning, optimization, and integration of reliable electrical systems for hyperscale and enterprise data centers.
Responsibilities
Lead the design and engineering of mission-critical electrical systems for new construction, expansions, and retrofit projects
Develop and review electrical system designs, calculations, specifications, one-line diagrams, and construction documents
Design and support: Medium-voltage distribution systems; Low-voltage power systems; UPS systems; Backup generators; Switchgear and switchboards; Remote power panels and PDUs; Automatic transfer switches; Grounding and bonding systems; Electrical monitoring systems
Perform power system studies including: Load flow analysis; Short circuit analysis; Selective coordination studies; Arc flash evaluations; Reliability assessments
Support electrical equipment selection and technical evaluations
Provide technical leadership for Tier III and Tier IV critical facility environments
Support capacity planning and infrastructure growth strategies
Ensure electrical designs align with uptime, redundancy, resiliency, and maintainability requirements
Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and network engineering teams to ensure integrated facility performance
Participate in design reviews to confirm compliance with client standards, industry best practices, and mission-critical operational requirements
Evaluate emerging technologies supporting AI, cloud, and high-density data center deployments
Collaborate with Controls Engineers to integrate electrical systems with: Building Management Systems (BMS); Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS); SCADA platforms; HVAC control systems; Fire alarm systems; Security and access control systems
Review control sequences and operational strategies for critical infrastructure
Support implementation of communication protocols including BACnet, Modbus, and other industry-standard interfaces
Participate in troubleshooting system integration and operational performance issues
Provide engineering support during construction activities
Review submittals, RFIs, change requests, and field modifications
Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality and compliance with design intent
Support construction teams during equipment installation, energization, and turnover activities
Lead or participate in: Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT); Site Acceptance Testing (SAT); Integrated Systems Testing (IST); Functional Performance Testing (FPT); Commissioning and startup activities
Validate system functionality through testing and performance verification
Analyze operational performance of electrical infrastructure
Investigate failures, outages, and power quality events
Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
Develop solutions that improve reliability, maintainability, and energy efficiency
Identify opportunities for automation and predictive maintenance improvements
Develop and maintain engineering documentation including: One-line drawings; Control schematics; Equipment specifications; Technical reports; Commissioning documentation; Operations and maintenance manuals
Mentor junior engineers and technical staff
Provide technical guidance to project teams and clients
Support development of engineering standards, processes, and best practices
Participate in customer meetings and technical presentations
Manage engineering deliverables and technical project documentation
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience with hyperscale or colocation data centers
Experience with Schneider Electric, Siemens, Eaton, ABB, Vertiv, or comparable critical power systems
Experience with BMS platforms
Knowledge of EPMS and SCADA systems
Experience with data center commissioning and integrated systems testing
Familiarity with scripting, automation, analytics, or digital twin technologies
Knowledge of OT cybersecurity requirements and best practices
Professional Engineer License
Hyperscale Data Centers
Colocation Data Centers
Critical Power Systems
Schneider Electric Systems
Siemens Systems
Eaton Systems
ABB Systems
Vertiv Systems
BMS Platforms
EPMS Systems
SCADA Systems
Data Center Commissioning
Integrated Systems Testing
Scripting
Digital Twin Technologies
OT Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Best Practices
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Company
Engineering, technology, and mission support services for government and defense
Chantilly, Virginia, USA
https://www.amentum.com/
Founded in 2020
10001+ employees
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
Minimum 8 years of electrical engineering experience, preferably within mission-critical, industrial, or data center environments
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship
Strong knowledge of: + Medium- and low-voltage power systems + Emergency power generation systems + UPS technologies + Power monitoring systems + Building electrical infrastructure
Experience supporting electrical systems through design, construction, commissioning, and operations
Understanding of building automation and controls integration
Familiarity with commissioning methodologies and testing procedures
Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards including: + NEC + NFPA + IEEE + NETA + ASHRAE
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel to project sites as required
Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience with hyperscale or colocation data centers
Experience with Schneider Electric, Siemens, Eaton, ABB, Vertiv, or comparable critical power systems
Experience with BMS platforms
Knowledge of EPMS and SCADA systems
Experience with data center commissioning and integrated systems testing
Familiarity with scripting, automation, analytics, or digital twin technologies
Knowledge of OT cybersecurity requirements and best practices
Minimum 8 years of electrical engineering experience, preferably within mission-critical, industrial, or data center environments.
Required skills
Medium- and Low-Voltage Power Systems, Emergency Power Generation Systems, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems, Power Monitoring Systems, Building Automation and Controls Integration, Electrical System Design, Construction, Commissioning, and Operations, Data Center Commissioning and Integrated Systems Testing, Electrical Codes and Standards NEC, Electrical Codes and Standards NFPA, Electrical Codes and Standards IEEE, Electrical Codes and Standards NETA, Electrical Codes and Standards ASHRAE, Professional Engineer (PE) License, Hyperscale and Colocation Data Centers, EPMS and SCADA Systems, OT Cybersecurity
Preferred skills
Professional Engineer (PE) license, Experience with hyperscale or colocation data centers, Experience with BMS platforms, Knowledge of EPMS and SCADA systems
Experience
8+ years
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