Job Type

Full-time

Description

About the Position:

As an Electrical Lead for EEI's Mission Critical team, you will lead electrical commissioning execution for data centers and other high-reliability facilities. You will work with project leadership, clients, contractors, vendors, and internal technical teams to help ensure electrical systems are installed, tested, documented, and operating in alignment with project requirements and client expectations.

In this role, you will provide discipline-level technical leadership, guide complex field execution, drive issue resolution, and support team development across assigned projects. This position is ideal for an experienced electrical commissioning leader who enjoys leading people and projects, solving complex technical challenges, and building trusted client relationships in mission-critical environments.

Essential Responsibilities:

Lead electrical commissioning execution for systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers.
Oversee field execution, functional performance testing, integrated testing support, and closeout activities across assigned scopes or projects.
Serve as an escalation point for complex electrical system issues and drive practical resolution with project stakeholders.
Align commissioning activities with project scope, schedule, client expectations, and EEI quality standards.
Communicate project status, technical findings, risks, recommendations, and follow-up needs with clients and project teams.
Provide technical leadership, coaching, and prioritization support for Electrical Support, Electrical Specialists, and Sr. Electrical Specialists.
Help strengthen safe, consistent, and high-quality commissioning practices across the electrical discipline.

Qualifications:

Required

10+ years of experience in electrical systems, commissioning, facilities operations, engineering, construction, maintenance, or a related technical field.
Advanced knowledge of power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, controls, and related electrical equipment.
Ability to lead electrical commissioning execution, guide technical teams, and support complex project coordination.
Advanced understanding of MEP systems, controls, and integrated building operations.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, commissioning plans, trend data, and technical documentation.
Strong technical troubleshooting, quality assurance, leadership, communication, documentation, and client-facing skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning documentation tools or project software.
Currently authorized to work in the U.S. full-time without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field; equivalent foundational experience through a trade program, military service, or field commissioning experience will be considered.
Experience leading commissioning teams or complex commissioning efforts in mission-critical facilities, data centers, healthcare facilities, or other high-reliability environments.
Experience supporting project planning, resource coordination, client communication, issue escalation, and commissioning closeout across multiple projects or teams.
Professional certifications or ongoing development related to commissioning, building performance, project leadership, people leadership, or electrical systems.

Certifications

PE, LEED, CxA, PMP, and/or other equivalent certifications strongly preferred.

Working Conditions:

Typical Travel: Up to 75%. Travel requirements vary by project and individual location.
Work Environment: Hybrid environment of office and field-based work for site visits. Site visits may include mission-critical facilities, data centers, active construction environments, electrical rooms, uneven ground, varying weather conditions, and field interactions.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform site inspections, which may include walking project sites, climbing ladders, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, and working in confined spaces when needed. Reasonable accommodation may be provided.
Reports to: Associate, Team Leader, or Project Manager, depending on organizational structure and project assignment.
Supervisory Duties: This role provides technical leadership, field guidance, coaching, and coordination for Electrical Support, Electrical Specialists, Sr. Electrical Specialists, and other assigned team members. Formal supervisory responsibilities may vary based on team structure, project assignment, and business needs.
Partners with: Works closely with EEI project teams, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, equipment manufacturers, project stakeholders, engineers, project managers, and senior technical team members across disciplines.
Key Representative to: EEI clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.

Benefits:

Taking care of our people is our highest priority. We're committed to creating a workplace where our people are supported through meaningful connection, genuine care, and real opportunities to grow. That's why we provide the benefits, tools, and resources our team needs to thrive and do their best work.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% employer funded
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Company-paid LTD, STD, and basic life insurance
• Voluntary life, accident coverage, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Profit-sharing + discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match; 100% immediate vesting
• Vacation + sick time
• Eight (8) paid + two (2) floating holidays
• Parental Leave
• Milestone Travel Award (Every 5 Years)
• Remote first company
• Paid certifications, seminars, and conferences
• Professional development opportunities

Salary Description

$86,000 - $122,000

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