Electrical Engineer - Plano, United States - Aligned Data Centers

Description

JOB TITLE: Electrical Engineer

DEPARTMENT: Platform Delivery

REPORTS TO: Senior Engineering Manager, Electrical

SUMMARY: This individual will support the engineering team on Aligned's technical topics and matters, and will work directly with the internal and external design teams to ensure technical compliance. As a technical contributor, this individual will play a crucial role in a wide variety of responsibilities ranging from early stage design direction, to validating installed conditions, to yearly site assessments, and evaluating next level technologies. Working cross functionally, this individual will raise Aligned's technical capabilities and enhance performance across multiple work streams.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design:
  • Review and support for electrical technical standards and updates.
  • Review and support for each phase of design deliverables.
  • Assist content preparation and presentation to achieve business approvals.
  • Support conceptual/directional design decisions at inception.
  • Review and support for major equipment product commitments.
• Execution:
  • Review and support for commissioning scripts and procedures.
  • Review and support for critical MOP's.
  • Review and support for commissioning reports.
  • Assist with technical investigations and problem solving.
• Reliability:
  • Technical support for site performance shortfalls, failures, and issue resolution.
• Forward vision:
  • Involvement within industry and vendor interaction to be aware of industry leading technologies.
  • Collaborate with customer technical needs to ensure Aligned is aware and keeping pace with industry technical developments.
  • Lead technical review and validation of new technologies.
  • Technical leadership in understanding and evaluating sustainable practices.
• Communications:
  • Participation in discussions, written and verbal, with Aligned senior leadership.
  • Individual should be able to communicate complex topics to work groups of varying technical experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in data center or mission critical electrical and mechanical design, construction and operations
• PE License in the Electrical field preferred
• AutoCAD or Revit experience
• Proficient with interpreting construction drawings and equipment specifications
• Ability to understand construction project scopes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience troubleshooting technical problems during startup and commissioning preferred
• May travel at times up to 25%

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COMPETENCIES:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Aligned Energy is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.