Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical 2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants. Direct message the job poster from Clayco. Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that delivers clients across North America with the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the art and science of building, providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential projects. Clayco Design and Engineering (CDE) was created to diversify and grow Clayco’s industrial business unit’s capabilities with a focus on efficiently delivering robust design-build architectural and engineering solutions. The Role We Want You For The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead the design and implementation of electrical systems for mission‑critical facilities, including data centers, advanced manufacturing plants, and other high‑reliability environments. This role requires deep technical expertise in power distribution, emergency systems, grounding, and redundancy strategies essential for 24/7 operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing electrical infrastructure that meets stringent uptime and efficiency requirements while coordinating with cross‑disciplinary teams in a fast‑paced, design‑build environment. The Specifics of the Role Lead the electrical design process for mission‑critical projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes, and client requirements. Develop power distribution, grounding, UPS, emergency power, and redundancy strategies for data centers and other high‑availability environments. Perform short‑circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies to optimize electrical system reliability and safety. Collaborate closely with architectural, mechanical, and structural teams to integrate electrical systems into overall project design. Work with construction teams to ensure seamless execution, providing field support and resolving technical challenges. Manage client relationships, presenting technical solutions and ensuring alignment with operational goals. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards and best practices. Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in the mission‑critical industry, incorporating innovative solutions into projects. Requirements BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET institution required. 10+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering, with at least 3 years focused on mission‑critical projects (data centers, high‑tech manufacturing, etc.). PE License is required to seal engineering documents, with the ability to attain licenses in multiple states. Proficiency in power system design, redundancy planning, and energy efficiency strategies for high‑reliability facilities. Expertise in software tools such as SKM Power*Tools, ETAP, or EasyPower for power analysis. Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE, NFPA 70E, and other relevant codes and standards. Experience working in a design‑build or integrated project delivery (IPD) environment is a plus. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills. Some Things You Should Know No other builder can offer the collaborative design‑build approach that Clayco does. We work on creative, complex, award‑winning, high‑profile jobs. The pace is fast This position is classified as a safety‑sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing. Why Clayco? 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal. 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1). 2025 ENR Top 100 Design‑Build Firms – Design‑Build Contractor (Top 5). 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3). Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance. Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more Compensation The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Engineering and Design Industries Construction, Engineering Services, and Design Services #J-18808-Ljbffr