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Get Access To All JobsAt Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Job Description
The purpose of the Electrical Design Engineer is to provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and perform the work we have within Fluor-ATLS.
This role has the responsibility to promote Fluor’s competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence. This position serves as an Area Lead or Lead on assigned projects or performs moderately complex engineering assignments, evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques to a broad set of complex assignments.
At Fluor, this role will be part of the Advanced Technology & Life Sciences Division and will be a part of a group of leaders excelling within some of the most complex projects. The project types include but are not limited to: Advanced Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Food, Semiconductor, Data Centers, Lithium Processing and many more.
- Apply Cost Competitive Execution techniques to develop the most cost-effective total project solution for execution of the discipline engineering work
- Develop and review specifications, including design criteria
- Participate in activities associated with equipment and material procurement, permitting, and subcontracting
- Perform and check calculations, specify equipment, and solve moderately complex engineering problems
- Review vendor equipment documentation within the discipline and from other disciplines for compliance with project requirements, and actively seek discrepancy resolution
- Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines
- Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
- Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
- Professional registration and membership in technical society (preferred)
- Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
- Effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting
- Managing and leading a large project
- Project set-up, developing control-level schedules, progress reporting and project close-out
- Practical field experience
- Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
Other Job Requirements
- Data Center Electrical Power System Design
- Act as Electrical Discipline focal point for projects
- Coordinate Electrical Design with other engineering disciplines
- Knowledge of medium voltage and low voltage power distribution systems
- Electrical design deliverables such as Single Line Diagrams, equipment layouts, power plans, lighting plans, grounding, and underground distribution
- Major Electrical Equipment specification/data sheet development for switchgear, transformers, and Motor control centers
- Schematic Development
- Develop construction work packages, material estimates and IFC drawings
- Identify scope and schedule changes
- Conduct checking and independent review of all electrical discipline deliverables
- Support construction and commissioning activities as required
- Mentor junior engineer team members.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineering License
- Advanced knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC)
- Experience with HV/MV distribution
- Effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting
- Managing and leading a design team on a large project
- Project set-up, developing control-level schedules, progress reporting, and project close-out
- Practical field experience including testing, commissioning, and start-up
- Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
- ETAP and/or SKM Power System Analysis Software
- Familiarity with Revit, Smart Plant Electrical, Smart Plant 3D, and other electrical design software
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $119,500.00 - $222,500.00
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Job Description
The purpose of the Electrical Design Engineer is to provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and perform the work we have within Fluor-ATLS.
This role has the responsibility to promote Fluor’s competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence. This position serves as an Area Lead or Lead on assigned projects or performs moderately complex engineering assignments, evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques to a broad set of complex assignments.
At Fluor, this role will be part of the Advanced Technology & Life Sciences Division and will be a part of a group of leaders excelling within some of the most complex projects. The project types include but are not limited to: Advanced Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Food, Semiconductor, Data Centers, Lithium Processing and many more.
- Apply Cost Competitive Execution techniques to develop the most cost-effective total project solution for execution of the discipline engineering work
- Develop and review specifications, including design criteria
- Participate in activities associated with equipment and material procurement, permitting, and subcontracting
- Perform and check calculations, specify equipment, and solve moderately complex engineering problems
- Review vendor equipment documentation within the discipline and from other disciplines for compliance with project requirements, and actively seek discrepancy resolution
- Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines
- Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
- Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
- Professional registration and membership in technical society (preferred)
- Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
- Effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting
- Managing and leading a large project
- Project set-up, developing control-level schedules, progress reporting and project close-out
- Practical field experience
- Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
Other Job Requirements
- Data Center Electrical Power System Design
- Act as Electrical Discipline focal point for projects
- Coordinate Electrical Design with other engineering disciplines
- Knowledge of medium voltage and low voltage power distribution systems
- Electrical design deliverables such as Single Line Diagrams, equipment layouts, power plans, lighting plans, grounding, and underground distribution
- Major Electrical Equipment specification/data sheet development for switchgear, transformers, and Motor control centers
- Schematic Development
- Develop construction work packages, material estimates and IFC drawings
- Identify scope and schedule changes
- Conduct checking and independent review of all electrical discipline deliverables
- Support construction and commissioning activities as required
- Mentor junior engineer team members.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineering License
- Advanced knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC)
- Experience with HV/MV distribution
- Effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting
- Managing and leading a design team on a large project
- Project set-up, developing control-level schedules, progress reporting, and project close-out
- Practical field experience including testing, commissioning, and start-up
- Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
- ETAP and/or SKM Power System Analysis Software
- Familiarity with Revit, Smart Plant Electrical, Smart Plant 3D, and other electrical design software
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $119,500.00 - $222,500.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Data Center Design
Benchmark your credentials against PERM wage levels
Before applying, look up your target job title and metro area in the OFLC Wage Search. PERM requires employers to offer at least the prevailing wage, so knowing your level upfront helps you evaluate whether an offer will clear DOL review.
Document your design portfolio for I-140 evidence
Compile project documentation that proves specialty occupation work: data center tier classifications, load calculations, power and cooling system specs. USCIS adjudicators reviewing EB-2 petitions want evidence that your role required an advanced degree, not just general engineering experience.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Hyperscale operators, colocation providers, and large engineering consultancies regularly sponsor design engineers for green cards. Search Migrate Mate to filter companies with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship activity, so you're applying to employers already set up to run PERM recruitment.
Ask recruiters about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
When a visa number is immediately available for your country and category, your employer can file the I-140 and I-485 at the same time, cutting months off your wait. Confirm whether your prospective employer's immigration counsel supports concurrent filing before accepting an offer.
Flag specialty occupation documentation during the offer stage
PERM job descriptions for Data Center Design roles must specify degree requirements tightly. A posting that accepts 'any engineering bachelor's degree' can complicate your EB-2 filing. Work with your employer to ensure the DOL-filed job description matches your actual duties and your degree field.
Understand how EB-3 sidesteps H-1B annual cap pressure
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 sponsorship has no lottery and is not capped at 85,000 per year. For most countries outside India and China, priority dates are current, meaning your employer can move directly from PERM approval to I-485 without a multi-year backlog.
Green Card Data Center Design: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Data Center Design qualify as a specialty occupation for green card sponsorship?
Yes. Data Center Design roles typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field, which meets the specialty occupation standard. For EB-2, your employer must also demonstrate the position requires an advanced degree or that you have an equivalent combination of education and progressive experience in the field.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for data center engineers?
PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work visa. There is no annual lottery, and for most nationalities the EB-3 priority date is current, meaning the process moves faster than many candidates expect. The tradeoff is that PERM requires your employer to complete a formal DOL recruitment process before filing, which typically adds three to six months before the I-140 is submitted.
Which employers sponsor green cards for Data Center Design roles?
Use Migrate Mate to search companies with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history in infrastructure and engineering. Hyperscale cloud operators, large colocation providers, and engineering consultancies that design critical facilities are the most consistent sponsors. Smaller firms may sponsor but often lack in-house immigration infrastructure, which can slow the PERM process.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes, and starting early is strategically important. PERM can be filed while you hold H-1B status, and an approved I-140 lets you extend your H-1B beyond the standard six-year cap under AC21 portability rules. Many data center engineers begin PERM in year two or three of their H-1B to preserve work authorization continuity during the green card process.
What O*NET occupation code applies to Data Center Design roles?
Data Center Design work most commonly maps to O*NET code 17-2071.00 for Electrical Engineers or 11-9041.00 for Architectural and Engineering Managers, depending on seniority. Your employer's immigration attorney will use the relevant Standard Occupational Classification code when filing the PERM application with DOL, and the code affects which prevailing wage level applies to your position.