Job Title: DCN Electrical Engineer
Location: Houston, Texas
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00
Contractor Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote
About the Company
Our client is an innovative engineering and technology organization focused on advancing next-generation energy and industrial infrastructure solutions. Their portfolio includes technologies supporting carbon capture, geothermal energy, energy storage, hydrogen, sustainable materials, and hyperscale data center infrastructure.
The company's Data Center Infrastructure group delivers modular, scalable, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions designed to support the rapid growth of AI and cloud computing. By leveraging standardized designs and advanced offsite manufacturing, they help customers accelerate deployment timelines, improve quality, reduce construction risk, and scale critical infrastructure efficiently.
Position Overview
We are seeking Electrical Engineers to support the design, manufacturing, and deployment of large-scale hyperscale data center infrastructure projects.
This role will support electrical systems throughout the full project lifecycle, including engineering design, manufacturing, construction support, testing, installation, and commissioning. The Electrical Engineer will help ensure systems meet customer requirements, applicable industry standards, and operational performance expectations while supporting technical troubleshooting during manufacturing and field execution.
Multiple openings are available across various experience levels.
Key Responsibilities
Review and approve electrical drawings, technical documentation, and engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with customer requirements and industry standards
Support the design and development of hyperscale data center infrastructure modules
Participate in engineering reviews, planning sessions, and technical discussions
Develop technical requisitions (TRs) for electrical and fire protection systems
Review vendor quotations and provide technical input to procurement teams
Prepare engineering deliverables including:
Electrical load lists
Cable sizing and schedules
Single-line diagrams
Electrical calculations and supporting documentation
Design and support:
Grounding/earthing systems
Lighting systems and lighting studies
Electrical power distribution systems
Develop material takeoffs (MTOs) and bills of materials (BOMs)
Analyze electrical systems for load balancing, capacity planning, reliability, and efficiency improvements
Support manufacturing and assembly teams during fabrication phases
Provide technical support during construction and commissioning, including responding to RFIs and troubleshooting field issues
Participate in site visits, project meetings, and commissioning activities as needed
Interface directly with customers during technical reviews and project discussions
Identify opportunities for cost reduction, improved reliability, and innovative engineering solutions
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
3-10+ years of electrical engineering or electrical design experience
Experience supporting data center infrastructure, mission-critical facilities, industrial facilities, or large commercial electrical systems
Strong understanding of electrical power systems, equipment sizing, and electrical design standards
Experience with:
Medium- and low-voltage electrical systems
UPS systems
Diesel generators
Switchgear
Power distribution systems
Transfer switches and electrical controls
Familiarity with electrical deliverables including single-line diagrams, load lists, cable schedules, and BOMs
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience supporting hyperscale or mission-critical data center environments
Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards including:
NEC
NFPA
OSHA
IEC
IBC
Experience with engineering and BIM software including:
AutoCAD
Revit
BIM 360
SolidWorks
ETAP
Dialux
Navisworks
Experience supporting fast-track design/build projects or major facility upgrades
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work on next-generation hyperscale data center infrastructure supporting AI and cloud expansion
Join a rapidly growing, innovative engineering organization
Work on large-scale, high-impact projects with strong long-term growth potential
Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning teams in a highly technical environment
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
