Electrical Engineer (PE) Data Center Load Management

Job Description

Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.

At Meade, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service-values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.

If you're looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Description:

Meade is seeking a licensed Professional Electrical Engineer (PE) to support our growing Data Center Load Management (DCLM) needs. This role will be responsible for developing, reviewing, and sealing electrical plans, specifications, and load calculations supporting strategic electrical load modifications for existing data center environments.

The ideal candidate has experience with electrical system plan production, data center electrical design, electrical load calcluations, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of smaller projects. This position includes opportunities to innovate the DCLM workflow by leveraging a combination of CAD/BIM integration, AI technology, custom software, and advanced Excel worksheets and macros.

Experience with data center load management, Excel automation, programming, or other coding languages is preferred but not required. We are prepared to train the right engineer on our specific load management processes, tools, and technology.

PE + data center familiarity + a mindset for innovation and automation.

Job Duties:

• Develop, Review, and seal electrical engineering drawings, plans, and specifications in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Become proficient in the company's existing DCLM processes, technology, and engineering standards.
• Support data center electrical design and load management, including strategic load planning based on customer loads and site-specific requirements.
• Manage a fast-paced workflow involving multiple projects with relatively short turnaround times.
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive engineering and load-planning processes by leveraging a combination of CAD/BIM integration, AI technology, custom software, and advanced Excel worksheets and macros.
• Work with internal engineering, commissioning, project, and technology teams to implement site-specific load management solutions.
• Help improve and standardize engineering processes as workload and data center programs continue to grow.
• Provide technical expertise and professional engineering oversight where required.
• Run customer-facing meetings to discuss projects and technical requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Professional Electrical Engineering design experience in the construction industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering, with the ability to seal applicable electrical engineer documents.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, electrical distribution systems, and design documentation.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the ability to work with complex formulas, calculations, datasets, and engineering models.
• Familiarity with data center design and/or mission-critical electrical environments.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality and accuracy.
• Demonstrated interest in technology, process improvement, and engineering innovation.
• Ability to think strategically and demonstrate flexibility to achieve long-range objectives.
• Self-motivated, comfortable with ambiguity and motivated to work as a team.
• Top-notch organization, attention to detail combined with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, BlueBeam; BIM and Revit a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data center load management, load planning, capacity planning, or similar electrical load-management processes.
• Experience implementing load planning based on customer-specific and site-specific electrical requirements.
• Experience with Excel VBA, macros, Power Query, Office Scripts, or other Excel automation capabilities.
• Familiarity with any programming or scripting language. Specific programming languages are not required, and training can be provided.
• Experience using automation, AI, or other emerging technologies to improve engineering workflows.
• Previous experience sealing electrical plans and specifications in a high-volume project environment.
• Experience working in data centers, mission-critical facilities, or similarly complex electrical environments.

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation and benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may vary based on location and applicable laws. The pay range for this position will be provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal equity, geographic location, and business needs.

Benefit eligibility and offerings are subject to plan terms and applicable policies.

The estimate pay range for this role is as follows:

$117,100—$145,500 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Information submitted during the application process will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

We do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, lactation, and related medical conditions), age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

In compliance with federal law, Meade provides applicants and employees with access to the EEOC Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster. CA Residents: SB294 Know Your Right Notice.

All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Employment with Meade is at-will, meaning either the employee or Meade may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, subject to applicable law. The responsibilities listed in this job description are intended to describe the general nature of the role and are not an exhaustive list. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified as required by law. Employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of background checks, drug testing, and other pre-employment requirements, permitted by applicable law.

Drug-Free Workplace:

Meade maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Post-offer applicants and employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with applicable law, company policy, client requirements, and job-related safety considerations.

Privacy Policy - Meade