Electrical Engineer - Data Centers

IES Holdings is seeking a licensed Electrical Engineer to design, engineer, and support the field execution of modular data center projects. This on-site role is based in Sugar Land, Texas and combines office-based electrical design with active involvement at project sites and fabrication facilities to deliver integrated, reliable modular solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for modular data center facilities, covering power distribution, UPS, backup generation, automatic transfer switches, and grounding/bonding.
• Develop and review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, and load calculations for modular units and site infrastructure.
• Prepare and stamp engineering documents as required by project specifications, permitting authorities, or clients.
• Coordinate electrical design with structural, mechanical, and low-voltage teams to ensure integrated and constructable modular solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with NEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 75, NFPA 76, TIA-942, and local jurisdictional requirements.
• Support value engineering efforts to optimize electrical systems for reliability, efficiency, and cost.
• Participate in pre-construction activities including design-build scoping, RFI responses, and submittal reviews.
• Conduct on-site and fabrication facility visits to verify installation compliance, assess conditions, and support field teams.
• Provide technical guidance to field crews on installation methods and electrical system requirements during construction and module assembly.
• Review field conditions and recommend design modifications as required.
• Join project kickoff meetings, progress reviews, and client-facing discussions.
• Support commissioning, testing, and closeout activities for electrical systems.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of electrical codes, data center standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist quality assurance processes to ensure electrical deliverables meet company, client, and jurisdictional standards.
• Identify and resolve technical issues arising during design, fabrication, or field installation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license, required.
• Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering experience, with preference for data center, mission-critical, or modular construction environments.
• Proficiency in electrical design software (AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or similar).
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 75, NFPA 76, TIA-942, and related codes and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites and fabrication facilities as required.
• Experience designing electrical systems for modular or prefabricated data center facilities (preferred).

Technologies

• AutoCAD
• Revit MEP
• Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

Working Conditions

This position requires a mix of office work, fabrication facility activity, and field assignments. It may involve exposure to active construction and manufacturing environments, energized electrical systems, outdoor conditions, and varying physical demands. Some travel is required.