Entry Level Electrical Engineer
Company: Strategic Mission Critical
Location: Clifton Park
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Engineering data centers with
precision and expertise. At Strategic Mission Critical, we are more
than just engineers; we are experts focusing solely on mission
critical facilities. Our seasoned leadership team brings together
decades of experience, equipping data center providers worldwide
with robust, reliable solutions that keep pace with the evolving
digital landscape. With a rapidly expanding market and the
anticipated increase in demand driven by AI advancements, SMC is at
the forefront of industry growth. We offer not just jobs, but
career paths that reward innovation and expertise. If you want to
work alongside highly skilled professionals with years of mission
critical experience, then we want you to be part of our team, a
team that works on major projects for top-tier data center
providers. Your work will ensure the resilience and efficiency of
data infrastructure that millions depend on. SMC is actively
looking for an Entry Level Electrical Engineer / Designer to help
execute electrical design for mission critical projects. Typical
project types may include design of greenfield and brownfield data
center facilities, design of fit-out packages for hyperscale and
enterprise clients of colocation providers, data center campus
planning, conceptual designs and feasibility studies, and power
systems studies such as Neher-McGrath, short circuit, coordination,
and arc flash. This candidate will execute specific design tasks as
part of a broader electrical team while furthering their own
knowledge and developing their skills. The candidate will typically
work under the guidance of senior and/or mid-level engineers. The
electrical design scope will be a part of a broader project and
therefore this candidate will learn to interface with design leads
within SMC (mechanical, telecommunications, fire protection,
plumbing) as well as externally including architectural, civil,
structural, etc. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, is
eager to learn, and wants to grow their expertise and career at as
rapid a pace as suits them. This position is open to full time,
part time, and internship/co-op applicants. RESPONSIBILITIES This
candidate will have the opportunity to execute specific electrical
design tasks for various project types while working and
coordinating with clients and design leads from all disciplines.
This candidate shall have the ability to communicate effectively
with co-workers and with clients while being able to meet scheduled
project deadlines. They will be a self-starter not afraid to do
independent research in addition to directly-assigned project work
in order to further their career growth. Responsibilities include
but are not limited to: Assist with the design and drawing of
electrical infrastructure for mission critical buildings and
campuses including medium voltage distribution; highly redundant
power systems including various redundancy topologies such as
distributed and block redundant; on-site generation and UPS backup;
typical building systems such as small power, lighting, grounding,
and fire alarm. Assist with coordination between internal and
external disciplines for required electrical power connections to
equipment. Review and understand client standards, design criteria,
applicable codes, and best practices and work with senior engineers
to understand how they impact the design of each project. Review
and gain an understanding of local and national construction codes
and project specifications to grow a broader understanding of the
construction process. Utilize Autodesk Revit on a daily basis to
produce detailed design documents. Have experience with the use of
Microsoft tools such as Word, Power Point, Excel, and Teams. Meet
project deadlines, including working necessary hours to complete
major deliverables. Have the ability to travel when required to
project sites and/or meetings (less than 10% travel). Have the
ability to clearly communicate with others in both written and
spoken forms. Be willing to take direction from senior and
mid-level engineers and designers in order to execute delivery of
specific design elements. Be an active participant in training and
mentoring opportunities in order to grow knowledge and
capabilities. Maintain excellent organizational skills, with the
ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. QUALIFICATIONS 2
or 4-year degree in electrical engineering or electrical
engineering technology preferred, electrical construction
experience with a drafting certification will be considered as
well. Past internship, co-op, or work experience in consulting
engineering role is a plus. Experience working in the construction
industry is a plus. Experience using Revit in either an educational
or professional context is a plus. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is a
plus. COMPENSATION Base Compensation: $45,000-$150,000 (Actual
compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as
education, experience, skills, and/or location) SMC offers a
competitive benefits package, with a 36-hour standard work week,
hybrid working arrangement, 13 paid holidays, 100% coverage of
medical, health, and dental insurance premiums for our full-time
employees, and reimbursement of professional licensing costs.
Spouse and family insurance premiums are subsidized by SMC. All
full-time employees are additionally eligible for
employer-sponsored life and long-term disability insurance as well
as participation in our 401(k) plan, with annual safe harbor
contribution.
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