Project Engineer (Electrical) - Data Center Contruction
The Weitz Company·Full Time·Posted September 30, 2026
- Location
- Des Moines, IA
- Pay
- Pay not posted
Support electrical delivery for major data center projects as a Project Engineer in Des Moines with travel and relocation opportunities.
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Project engineers in the Midwest
$86k–$121k
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Job Summary
EPI Power is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to support planning, procurement, coordination, execution, and closeout for data center construction projects. The position is open to entry-level and experienced candidates and requires work Monday through Saturday.
Project Details
Support electrical construction work for data center projects, including drawing review, BIM coordination, prefabrication, material tracking, engineering deliverables, and field installation verification.
Responsibilities
- Review electrical drawings, specifications, and project scope.
- Coordinate with VDC, engineering, procurement, and field teams.
- Assist with submittals, RFIs, MTOs, procurement, and material tracking.
- Support coordination meetings, prefabrication, quality control, and installation verification.
- Maintain engineering logs, deliverables, schedules, and project documentation.
- Provide technical support to field teams and help resolve coordination issues.
- Support cable schedules, panel schedules, as-built documentation, and project closeout.
- Assist the Engineering Project Manager and Project Manager throughout the project lifecycle.
Required Experience
- One to two years of project engineering or related experience, relevant coursework, or internship experience.
- An engineering degree is preferred but not required.
- Experience with LEAN principles and knowledge of NEC code are beneficial.
- Strong initiative, analytical ability, communication, organization, and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Autodesk tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks.
- Ability to learn project software including JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, and scheduling systems.
Compensation and Benefits
The company offers competitive pay, health-related benefits with HSA and FSA options, paid disability and life insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, voluntary insurance products, and a wellness program.
Additional Information
Visa sponsorship is not currently available. Background checks may be required, and the workplace is drug- and alcohol-free.
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What similar roles post
The Weitz Company didn’t post pay.
Project engineers in the Midwest
$86k–$121k
Middle half of 38 posted jobs, last 12 months
Project Engineer (Electrical) - Data Center Contruction