Senior Lead Electrical Engineer, Mission Critical

Position Title

Senior Lead Electrical Engineer, Mission Critical
Position Location:

Remote - work

• virtually from
• anywhere in the United States Salary DLB recognizes salary ranges from job
• boards
• do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges.
• In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates. Job Summary This position is available in

DLB’s

Mission Critical Department and focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities. The

Senior Lead Electrical Engineer, Mission Critical

• will have the opportunity to collaborate with all design staff and oversee full cycle electrical design activities for commercial building design and construction.
• This person will work as part of the Engineering Team and interact closely with organizational leadership to develop and edit project
• specifications and lead design development efforts. The

Senior Lead Electrical Engineer, Mission Critical

will be self-directed on

day-to-day

work and independently performs most responsibilities.  Will lead project teams and projects of complex scope and broader programs.  Will coordinate activities of other personnel.

Assists

in the development of policies and procedures. The

Senior Lead Electrical Engineer, Mission

Critical

• will communicate and
• operate
• in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental
• objectives. Essential Functions Lead

Electrical Engineering Design Activities (40%)
Serve as the technical authority for complex mission critical electrical infrastructure projects.
Establish design strategies supporting highly resilient electrical systems for hyperscale data centers and other mission critical environments.
Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for engineering teams across multiple concurrent projects.
Independently perform advanced engineering work
Perform advanced electrical design tasks including development of electrical distribution systems and topologies, infrastructure and equipment layouts and selection / sizing of equipment from conceptual design through construction documents
Provide direction to project engineers to

facilitate

development electrical construction drawings and specifications
Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
Review and / or prepare book or sheet specifications for electrical systems
Develop and / or review sequence of operations
Develop proposals including project scope,

schedule

and budget Timely and effective management of project design team including resource forecasting and coordination Identify

potential project scope changes and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
Perform QAQC peer reviews for projects where he or she is not the lead design engineer
Lead

Construction Activities (20%) Survey existing building conditions and prepares technical reports of findings Collect data and other information for construction documents Prepare project design and construction documents Lead the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team Review shop drawings and submittals Review and respond to RFIs Review and complete

punchlists

and project closeout documents Review and approve change order requests Manage Stakeholder Relations (20%) ​Responsible for execution of the firm’s client value system and assuring that the project is executed

in accordance with

company policies and standards Serve as

primary

client contact for one or more clients.

May act as a Client Program Manager with business development and marketing responsibilities.
Build long-term relationships with hyperscale, enterprise, and mission critical clients while serving as a trusted technical advisor.
Assist

with research for technical papers for conferences and journals
Organizational Development and Continuous Improvement of Policies and Procedures (20%)
Mentor associates and

assists

with training and development to create a learning and growing environment
Contribute to organizational training and standards development
May

assist

in the strategic planning for the group May

assist

with hiring process Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency Identify

opportunities and lead the strategic use of technology, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency through workflow automation, reduced manual effort, and improved accuracy in forecasting, documentation, reporting, and quality processes.
Support adoption of emerging technologies - including advanced analytics, data visualization tools, and digital construction management platforms - to strengthen readiness, quality assurance, and project controls.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure technology solutions align with DLB standards for data security, privacy, and operational integrity.
Promote a culture that embraces innovation, continuous improvement, and the strategic use of technology to

optimize

performance and scalability.
Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
Position Requirements (Advanced level for all the following)
Expert knowledge of mission critical electrical infrastructure including utility services, medium- and low-voltage distribution, standby generation, UPS systems,

paralleling

switchgear, transfer schemes, and critical power distribution.
Expert understanding of resilient power architectures including N, N+1, 2N, distributed redundant, and concurrently maintainable system designs.
Knowledge of codes and specifications for the design of electrical systems including National Electric Code, Life Safety and Energy Conservation Codes
Knowledge of technical / design software including short circuit coordination and arc flash studies, equipment sizing, underground feeder

calculations

and lighting calculations
Demonstrated experience serving as Engineer of Record or technical lead for complex mission critical projects.
Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled at producing drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD and / or Revit
Skilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements
Skilled in performing code analysis and advanced knowledge of electrical codes
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents,

reports

and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Physical Demands
The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
Frequently moving through office,

facility

and other environments

On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Travel / Relocation Requirements

• Up to 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

Education / Experience

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution

PE in related discipline

PLUS

Minimum

thirteen years of progressive electrical engineering experience, including extensive experience leading the design and execution of mission critical facilities such as hyperscale data centers, enterprise data centers, AI infrastructure, semiconductor facilities, healthcare, or other high-availability environments.

Benefits
DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include
Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Flex spending accounts (FSA)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment
CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is DLB's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.
DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.
Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!​
​NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.
Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.