Meade Engineering, Inc. ยท 2 months ago
Electrical Director of Engineering
Tempe, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
12+ years expMeade Engineering, Inc. is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative engineering solutions for data centers and large-scale construction projects. They are seeking an Electrical Director to lead their electrical engineering practice, overseeing the strategic direction and operational performance of electrical services while ensuring quality, compliance, and innovation in mission-critical projects.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Set the vision, standards, and priorities for electrical engineering services across a growing portfolio of mission-critical projects
Manage engineering teams, project managers, and designers to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient electrical systems on time and within budget
Provide high-level review and approval of electrical designs, calculations, and specifications for power distribution, UPS, switchgear, generators, medium-voltage systems, and controls integration
Establish and enforce design standards, QA/QC protocols, and technical guidelines for all electrical deliverables
Partner with internal disciplines and external partners to ensure electrical infrastructure strategies align with overall project goals
Act as the executive-level point of contact for electrical scope, building trusted relationships with clients, contractors, and facility owners
Mentor and grow a team of electrical engineers and designers, supporting recruitment, onboarding, and professional development
Track and report performance metrics across design quality, timeliness, budgets, and client satisfaction
Drive adoption of emerging technologies, resilient electrical solutions, and sustainability practices for mission-critical infrastructure
Maintain adherence to industry codes, standards, and safety protocols, including NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and client-specific requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred
12+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, with significant exposure to mission-critical, data center, or large-scale infrastructure projects
5+ years in a leadership role with direct responsibility for teams, budgets, and strategic operations
Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred
Expertise in electrical power distribution systems, UPS, generators, medium-voltage gear, switchgear, grounding, and control systems
Strong background in electrical system studies (short circuit, arc flash, coordination)
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-disciplinary teams in complex project environments
Proven ability to communicate clearly, influence stakeholders, and represent the electrical discipline at the executive level
Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and other relevant codes and standards
Proficient in MS Office Suite; working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, and electrical design software required
Preferred
Experience delivering electrical systems for hyperscale data centers or global technology clients
Familiarity with sustainable power design, renewable energy integration, or energy efficiency strategies
Experience managing multi-region or large-scale electrical engineering programs
Knowledge of construction delivery methods (Design-Build, IPD, etc.) and how electrical scope integrates across phases
Proven success implementing process improvements or technology adoption in electrical design workflows
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
A 401(k)
Vacation time
Paid holidays off
Yearly performance-based bonus eligibility
Company
Meade Engineering, Inc.
As a leading engineering firm, we specialize in providing innovative and cost-effective solutions for data center builders, cloud providers, and developers of large construction projects.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase