Job description

Pre-Construction Electrical Engineer – Data Center Projects

At our core, Accelevation LLC is about accelerating innovation. From the beginning, a driving force in our corporate culture has been curiosity and out-of-the-box thinking. We are a dynamic and fast-growing company that offers a competitive salary, paid vacation, and a robust benefits package including a 401(k)-retirement plan and company match. In the past 18 months, we have grown by over 400%, and we are growing exponentially again this year. Accelevation was voted #1 fastest growing company in 2024 by the Dayton Business Journal. We offer the opportunity to be a part of something different, collaborative, and exciting. We value those who bring fresh ideas, thrive on change, and are comfortable with growth.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Pre-Construction Electrical Engineer to support high-performance data center electrical infrastructure projects. This role will focus on early-phase design evaluation, cost estimation, constructability analysis, and coordination with design, operations, and procurement teams to ensure the seamless handoff from design to field execution.

Key Responsibilities

Support design development reviews and assist in bridging design-to-build gaps for LV/MV electrical systems including switchgear, UPS, generators, grounding, and power distribution.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, and comparative cost analysis during budgeting and bid-leveling phases.
Develop and maintain technical documentation to support RFP packages, value engineering alternatives, and bid clarifications.
Collaborate with estimating and procurement teams to identify material lead times, spec-compliant alternates, and vendor strategies.
Analyze drawings and specifications for constructability and risk assessment.
Interface with AHJ and permitting consultants to align project milestones with regulatory timelines.
Attend design coordination meetings with owners, consultants, and general contractors.
Provide preliminary equipment layouts and coordinate with BIM/VDC teams for early model integration.
Coordinate handover packages to operations teams including scope narratives, assumptions, and deviations.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or equivalent technical field.
Minimum 4–7 years of electrical engineering or estimating experience, ideally with data center or mission-critical projects.
Familiarity with NEC, IEEE standards, and Tier classification systems (Uptime Institute).
Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., Accubid, Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, or equivalent tools).
Experience with medium voltage (15kV class) systems preferred.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with a detail-focused, analytical mindset.

Location and Travel Requirements

Flexible location (U.S. based) Up to 25% travel expected for site walks, pre-bid meetings, and coordination with geographically distributed teams and stakeholders.

Pay

$100,000 - $130,000
Bonus

Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer - Inclusion is one of our core values, as we appreciate and respect individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, values and cultures. We enthusiastically build teams that celebrate and embrace the contributions of everyone, fostering an environment of welcome and respect for all. As a part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check. We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires

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