Senior Electrical Engineer

Industry: Mission-Critical Facilities, Data Centres

Travel: Required as per project needs

Role Summary

Ehvert Mission Critical, a business unit within Salas O’Brien, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design of complex electrical systems for hyperscale and AI data centres across North America. This is a remote position within an international engineering firm recognised for its innovation and expertise in mission-critical infrastructure.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, modelling, and implementation of power systems that ensure reliability, efficiency, and compliance with all applicable codes. You will work closely with architects, engineers, and project stakeholders to deliver electrical systems that support high-capacity, technology-driven environments.

This role provides the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects for global clients such as Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon, and Google, while advancing your career within a dynamic and supportive team.

What We Offer

- Experience in a high-tech industry within an international firm
- Unique, cutting-edge data centre projects
- Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive management and a collaborative team environment
- Career growth potential
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Remote work flexibility

What You Will Do

- Lead electrical engineering design activities on major projects in Canada and the United States
- Design, model, and simulate electrical systems for hyperscale and AI data centres
- Develop power distribution systems including MV/LV, UPS, standby generators, and security systems
- Prepare engineering calculations, schematic layouts, and detailed designs
- Produce technical documentation such as design criteria and specifications
- Coordinate with architects and engineers to integrate BIM models and resolve conflicts
- Review shop drawings and ensure compliance with codes and safety standards
- Use BIM tools to virtually construct electrical systems and coordinate with other disciplines
- Travel to client sites across Canada and the United States (including Utah, Arizona, Nevada, California, Texas, Colorado, and Virginia)
- Manage and coordinate projects, including on-site supervision
- Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and resolve technical issues
- Utilize laser scanning technology to document installation status

What We Expect

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution
- 10–15 years of relevant experience, ideally in the construction or mission-critical industry
- Prior experience with data centre or other large-scale industrial projects (preferred)
- Strong knowledge of MV/LV power distribution, UPS, generators, redundancy strategies (N+1, 2N), and energy efficiency principles
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng in Canada or PE in the US) is an asset
- Thorough understanding of NEC, IEEE, CSA, and international electrical codes applicable to mission-critical facilities
- Proficiency with BIM (Autodesk Revit), CAD, and related engineering tools
- Experience with power system studies (short circuit, protective device coordination, arc-flash analysis) using SKM, Etap, or EasyPower
- Willingness to travel to client sites in Canada and the United States (Utah, Arizona, Nevada, California, Texas, Colorado, and Virginia)
- Experience with underground duct bank ampacity/heat (Neher-McGrath) studies
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage projects and supervise on-site activities effectively
- Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Why Join Us?

- Work on cutting-edge data centre projects in a rapidly growing industry
- Collaborate with industry-leading professionals across North America
- Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities
- Exposure to diverse technologies and project experiences, including:
- Energy-efficient facility design
- Site supervision of multi-million-dollar projects
- Digital twins, 3D building modelling, computational fluid dynamics
- Development of advanced controls software

About Us

Ehvert Mission Critical specializes in the design and construction management of data centres. As part of Salas O’Brien—a 4,000-person engineering and professional services firm with more than 100 offices across North America—we deliver over 10,000 projects annually. Salas O’Brien is ranked #39 on Engineering News-Record’s 2024 Top 500 Design Firms list.

Our projects include hyperscale and AI data centres for global tech leaders such as Microsoft, Uber, Oracle, and Amazon, with facilities often exceeding loads of 100 MW per site and up to 500 MW. We are recognized for advanced engineering and construction techniques, including Building Information Modelling (BIM), Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), and augmented reality.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume outlining their relevant experience.

Join our team at Ehvert Mission Critical, a business unit of Salas O’Brien, and help us design the future of mission-critical infrastructure.

For more information, visit:

🌐 www.ehvert.com | salasobrien.com