Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer (Mission Critical / Data Centers / Advanced Infrastructure)Location: Dallas, TX Company: DFW Consulting Group, Inc. (DFWCGI) - Represented by Luxus Group Employment Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Hybrid - 1 day per week onsite (Tuesday or Thursday) Industry Focus: Mission Critical / Data Centers / High-Reliability Power Systems About DFW Consulting Group (DFWCGI) DFW Consulting Group, Inc. (DFWCGI) is a nationally respected MEP engineering consulting firm delivering high-performance engineering design and advisory services across the U.S. Their capabilities include building engineering design, systems engineering analysis, construction administration, facility assessments, sustainability and energy management, and program management, supporting complex, high-stakes environments. DFWCGI has established deep credibility in mission critical infrastructure, including advanced work in data centers and high-performance computing (HPC/AI) environments where reliability, redundancy, and constructability are mission-essential. Their data center practice notes 35+ years supporting innovative data centers and leadership in systems powering modern AI/HPC. At a cultural level, DFWCGI emphasizes being "not just a place to work - a place to grow," centered on technical rigor, client service, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Role Snapshot This is a senior-level electrical engineering role with a strong focus on mission-critical facilities including complex new construction and renovation projects. You will lead the electrical discipline on assigned projects, interface directly with owners and stakeholders, coordinate across disciplines, and mentor engineers/designers. This role blends: Hands-on electrical design Discipline leadership + quality review Client-facing ownership Technical mentorship and team development If you enjoy owning electrical scope, guiding teams, and delivering technically sound solutions under real-world constraints, this role delivers. Position Overview The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading the design and delivery of electrical systems for multi-discipline building projects, with heavy emphasis on mission critical infrastructure. The role includes system design, drawing/spec development, coordination, and acting as the Lead Electrical Engineer to ensure quality, schedule, and budget alignment throughout the project lifecycle. Key ResponsibilitiesElectrical System Design & Delivery Design electrical systems for new construction and renovation projects supporting mission-critical facilities Lead electrical work products through: conceptual design equipment selection and system definition construction documents and specifications energy modeling support (as applicable) Develop and review electrical markups, calculations, and specs for quality and accuracy Client Collaboration & Decision Support Collaborate with clients to understand goals, constraints, and success criteria Develop and evaluate design options, weighing: reliability and redundancy constructability schedule and phasing lifecycle impact cost/risk tradeoffs Guide clients toward informed decisions through clear engineering recommendations Multi-Discipline Coordination Coordinate across architectural, mechanical, civil, and technology disciplines to ensure: code compliance integration across systems constructable design solutions Communicate with internal teams, external consultants, and vendors to meet objectives and schedules Electrical Discipline Leadership & Quality Oversight Act as Lead Electrical Engineer on assigned projects Support project success by maintaining balance across: technical quality design schedule documentation milestones budget constraints Ensure documentation is cohesive, accurate, and aligned with project standards Construction Phase / Owner's Rep Support Serve as the owner's technical representative during construction, including: RFI response submittal review site inspections / field observations coordination and issue resolution Mentorship & Team Development Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers Support team development through coaching, technical review, and structured feedback Requirements (Must-Haves) - Very Clear Candidates must meet the following qualifications: 6+ years of experience in the MEP consulting engineering industry Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (or higher) Professional Engineer (PE) license OR actively on track to obtain Proven ability to produce and lead: electrical power distribution design drawing markups + construction documentation design coordination within multi-discipline environments Strong client communication capability and professional presence Ability to perform independent decision-making and technical judgement in fast-paced conditions Preferred Qualifications (High-Value) Revit experience Experience designing systems for mission critical facilities (data centers, telecom, high reliability environments) Interest in mentoring, technical leadership, and developing junior staff Commitment to community-focused projects / service mindset Core Competencies (What DFWCGI Values in This Role) Top candidates for this role typically demonstrate: Strong technical judgement and disciplined decision-making Clear, proactive communication with clients and internal teams Ability to lead without micromanaging Strong sense of ownership and accountability Ability to balance quality, schedule, and budget effectively Comfort operating in complex, fast-moving project environments Compensation (Market-Competitive / Tiered by Experience) Final compensation is based on years of experience, technical depth, and leadership scope. Base Salary Ranges 6-9 years experience: $120,000 - $135,000 10-20 years experience: $115,000 - $170,000 Senior Technical / Lead exceptions: up to $165,000 (advanced technical leadership)

Created: 2026-03-04