Senior Electrical Specialist — Mission Critical

Job overview

The Senior Electrical Specialist role is hybrid, combining office work and field site visits, with the listing location in Sterling, VA. Pay is $53.08–$75.64 per hour. The role supports EEI’s Mission Critical team, which commissions data centers and other high-reliability facilities. The specialist leads electrical commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation, guiding field execution and resolving complex issues. The work helps deliver safe, reliable, high-quality outcomes and includes mentoring developing electrical commissioning professionals.

What you'll do

• Lead commissioning, testing, and verification of electrical systems
• guide functional performance testing, startup, and closeout
• troubleshoot issues and coordinate resolutions
• review drawings, specifications, trend data, and test results
• communicate status and recommendations
• mentor electrical specialists and support staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior electrical specialist

mission critical

hybrid

sterling va

engineering economics inc.

data centers

electrical commissioning

functional performance testing

power distribution

up to 75% travel

$53.08–$75.64/hr

employee-owned

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan, health, dental and vision insurance, FSAs, HSAs, company-paid disability and basic life insurance, profit sharing and discretionary bonuses, 401(k) match, paid leave and holidays, parental leave, paid certifications, and professional development.

Why this role

Typical travel is up to 75%, varying by project and location. Requires six or more years in a related technical field and advanced knowledge of power distribution, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, controls, and MEP systems. PE, LEED, CxA, PMP, or equivalent certifications are strongly preferred.

About the employer

Engineering Economics, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.