Mission Critical - Electrical Specialist

Engineering Economics, Inc.

$70K — $95K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience in relevant technical environments.
  • Hands-on experience commissioning, testing, or maintaining electrical systems in commercial or industrial settings.
  • Working knowledge of power distribution, lighting, wiring, and controls.
  • Proficiency in using electrical testing tools and commissioning equipment on-site.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and construction specifications.
  • Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills, with a collaborative mindset.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Lead commissioning testing and verification activities for electrical systems in mission-critical facilities.
  • Troubleshoot electrical systems across various load and failure conditions until resolution is achieved.
  • Produce thorough commissioning documentation per project and client requirements.
  • Verify installations against design specifications and regulatory standards for safety and reliability.
  • Serve as the on-site technical point of contact, providing project status updates and technical findings.
  • Contribute to high-quality project execution in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

Benefits

  • 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
  • Company-paid long-term disability, short-term disability, and basic life insurance.
  • Profit-sharing and discretionary performance bonuses.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave, plus eight paid and one floating holiday.
  • Paid parental leave and a milestone travel award every five years.
  • Remote-first company model and support for professional development through paid certifications and seminars.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

About the Position:

As a Mission Critical Electrical Specialist, you will independently perform the commissioning, testing, and verification of electrical building systems in the field - including power distribution, lighting, wiring, and controls. You will work alongside experienced technical professionals and project stakeholders to ensure critical facility systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

This position is ideal for someone with an engineering degree or strong field commissioning experience in mission critical or data center environments who is detail-oriented, accountable, and able to operate independently in the field.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Lead assigned commissioning testing and verification activities for electrical systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers.
  • Troubleshoot electrical systems across full-load, no-load, and failure conditions - seeing every issue through to resolution in coordination with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
  • Produce clear, thorough commissioning documentation in accordance with project requirements and client deliverables.
  • Verify installations against design specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements to confirm systems are ready for safe and reliable operation.
  • Serve as the technical point of contact on-site, communicating project status, technical findings, and recommendations to clients, contractors, and internal project teams.
  • Contribute to safe, reliable, and high-quality project execution in a fast-paced mission-critical environment.

Qualifications:

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent foundational experience in electrical systems, facilities operations, commissioning, construction, engineering, maintenance, military, or a related technical environment.
  • Proven, hands-on experience commissioning, testing, or maintaining electrical systems in commercial or industrial settings.
  • Working knowledge of power distribution, lighting, wiring, and controls.
  • Proficiency using electrical testing tools and commissioning equipment to test, troubleshoot, and interpret results on site.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and construction specifications.
  • Strong documentation discipline, clear communication, and organizational skills with a collaborative approach to working within a project team.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. full-time without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred
  • CxA, LEED, PMP, or other relevant commissioning or project management certifications.
  • Experience with data centers, mission critical facilities, healthcare facilities, building automation systems, controls integrations, or high-reliability environments.
  • Proficiency with commissioning software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Prior experience in a field technician, trade, or facilities role.

Working Conditions:
  • Typical Travel: Up to 75%. Travel requirements vary by project and individual location.
  • Work Environment: Hybrid environment of office and field-based work for site visits. Site visits may include mission-critical facilities, data centers, active construction environments, mechanical rooms, uneven ground, varying weather conditions, and field interactions.
  • Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform site inspections, which may include walking project sites, climbing ladders, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, and working in confined spaces when needed. Reasonable accommodation may be provided.
  • Reports to: Electrical Lead or assigned project technical lead.
  • Supervisory duties: This role is primarily an individual contributor and does not require direct supervisory responsibility unless assigned.
  • Partners with: Works closely with EEI project teams, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, equipment manufacturers, project stakeholders, engineers, project managers, and senior technical team members across disciplines.
  • Key Representative to: EEI clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.

Benefits:

Taking care of our people is our highest priority. We're committed to creating a workplace where our people are supported through meaningful connection, genuine care, and real opportunities to grow. That's why we provide the benefits, tools, and resources our team needs to thrive and do their best work.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% employer funded
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Company-paid LTD, STD, and basic life insurance
• Voluntary life, accident coverage, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Profit-sharing + discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match; 100% immediate vesting
• Vacation + sick time
• Eight (8) paid + one (1) floating holiday
• Parental Leave
• Milestone Travel Award (Every 5 Years)
• Remote first company
• Paid certifications, seminars, and conferences
• Professional development opportunities

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