Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership.
Location:Onsite in office located in Denver, CO (RiNO District)
Reports To: VP, Engineering
Summary
The Prime Data Centers (PDC) Sr. Electrical Engineer reports to the VP of Engineering and is primarily responsible for electrical engineering efforts related to a portfolio of datacenter projects which can include new construction, phased expansion, retrofits and upgrades, acquisition conversions, MEFP (Mechanical, Electrical, Fire protection, Plumbing) equipment standards, development of design standards, processes, and procedures.
This role will support long-term business strategies aligned with key Prime stakeholders to support the relationship and output of key design partners and equipment suppliers for their assigned projects.
Innovation and collaboration:
Supports innovation & development in concert with the VP of Engineering and other PDC stakeholders including investigation of new products and services, and how they will be assimilated into PDC standards
Collaborates with Operations teams to ensure design standards and best practices align with their requirements
Method Of Procedure (MOP) review and validation with Operations teams
Design and Construction Support:
Performs engineering tasks, primarily electrical, to support master planning/concept designs as part of PDC’s investment planning, review, and approval process
Reviews Request for Proposals (RFPs) for design services
Reviews and performs bid levelling/scope verification for design services proposals
Working towards being an electrical engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Reviews consultants' engineering calculations and performs independent engineering/cost analysis as assigned
Supports the design and construction team to provide detailed owner review of design and construction deliverables such as early design packages, drawings, specifications, equipment submittals, Requests for Information (RFI’s), and informal coordination
Opines on proposed deviations to the standards or the requirements
Researches new designs, materials, and construction methods for data center electrical, telecom, and low voltage equipment and related components
Conducts value engineering analyses and provides system recommendations based on ROI and simple payback in collaboration with construction cost estimator(s)
Performs review of Integrated Automation System (IAS) points list and sequences of operation authored by others
IAS includes BAS/BMS (HVAC controls), EPMS (Electrical controls), and DCIM (Customer portal)
Utilizes engineering analysis programs (or reviewing works created by others) along with engineering judgment to analyse the following:
Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) calculations
Normal and failure mode load and electrical block sizing calculations
Electrical coordination and Arc Flash studies (e.g. SKM PTW)
Power distribution analysis and underground heat calculations (e.g. ETAP)
Lighting calculations (e.g. AGI32)
Customer Interface and Facility Support
Attends various design and construction related meetings with other PDC stakeholders, design consultants, and construction partners
Most meetings will be virtual with some on-site meetings required on an as-needed basis
Participates in Factory Witness Testing (FWT) of critical equipment when assigned
Participates in technical meetings with customers when assigned
Participates in on-site commissioning (Cx) support of Level 4 and Level 5 Cx efforts when assigned
Troubleshoots electrical system challenges/issues when assigned
Responds on an as-needed basis to emergencies
Other
Additional duties as assigned from time to time by the VP of Engineering
Proactively seeks opportunities for career development
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited university or college; Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed/Engineer In Training (EIT) preferred
3+ years of experience in mission critical and/or data center electrical design and construction required
Proficient in Bluebeam (or similar PDF software), Teams, Excel, and Word software preferred
Understanding of CAD software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks and power modelling software such as SKM PTW ETAP preferred
Understanding of applicable construction codes with an emphasis on the International Building Code (IBC) and the National Electrical Code (NEC) preferred
Understanding of data center industry standards (e.g. ASHRAE TC9.9, BICSI Data Center Standards) preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary and performance bonus program
401k fully vested upon enrollment, up to a 4% employer match
Medical with a 99% employer paid premium
Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance at no cost to you
New Office in RiNO District
Paid Time Off
Salary Range: $120-$180K
Prime Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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