Vanderweil Engineers · 23 hours ago
Electrical Department Head (Mission Critical - Data Center)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$175K/yr - $225K/yr
15+ years expVanderweil Engineers is seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to serve as Electrical Department Head for their Boston office. This high-impact leadership role involves shaping technical excellence, mentoring talent, and influencing the direction of complex projects in mission critical and commercial markets.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyLegalReal EstateSoftware
Hiring Manager
John Birtwell
Responsibilities
Lead projects in the production of engineering solutions for large scale and complex data centers, and commercial projects; corroborates/coordinates with other design team members including client, site/civil and mechanical engineers to ensure electrical systems are integrated with the project’s goals
Lead the design and execution of medium voltage (typically 5kV to 35kV) distribution systems for critical infrastructure, industrial plants, or utility substations. Responsible for ensuring system reliability through detailed protection schemes and power system studies
System Design: Develop detailed engineering designs for MV systems, including the selection and specification of transformers, switchgear, breakers, and cables
Protection Schemes: Design and implement protection and control (P&C) schemes. This includes developing protective relay settings (e.g., SEL or Basler) and creating relaying diagrams and control schematics
Prior experience in utility-scale microgrids or renewable energy interconnection
Execute electrical designs in accordance with the Electrical Department’s Procedures and Standards and specific client standards where applicable
Understanding of electrical distribution equipment and workspace requirements; general power associated with mission critical data centers and experience with office, laboratories, schools; lighting layout, circuitry and lighting controls
Use Revit to model electrical system components in accordance with the departments and client’s procedures and standards
Prepare backup documentation to support design efforts including but not limited to load calculations, voltage drop calculations, lighting power density using ComCheckEZ and lighting illumination levels
Maintains strong understanding of applicable Codes and Standards
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience designing Electrical systems in high performance facilities including measurable data center experience
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
Working knowledge of Revit / BIM is required
Communication, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills
Experience with mission critical data centers is required
A Professional Engineering (PE) license is necessary as you will be the engineer on record for several projects
Preferred
Professional commitment to sustainability, LEED accreditation is a plus
Benefits
Flexible & Hybrid Work Culture
Programs that support physical and behavioral health
Equitable and inclusive workplace
Company
Vanderweil Engineers
Vanderweil is a mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, technology, sustainability, commissioning, and power engineering firm dedicated to providing customized and innovative engineering solutions through excellent client service.
201-500 employees
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President & CEO
Keith Lord
CFO/Managing Principal
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