Principal, Senior Project Technical Lead, Electrical, Stantec; BS, Architectural Engineering, University of Kansas
Carter’s career began as an electrical engineer for ESD’s workplace solutions group, where she quickly gained responsibility as a respected engineer and mentor. After five years in the workplace solutions group, Carter joined the mission critical facilities group. Her dedication and innovation led to her managing a team of electrical engineers and serving as a trusted adviser to some of the world’s largest data center clients. Carter was a founding member of ESD’s Revit electrical development team and of its innovation team. Her most significant innovation has been for a high-profile, confidential technology client. Initially serving as the electrical lead for a 60 MW hyperscale data center, she took on more projects as the firm’s work with the client expanded and evolved her role into electrical program lead, overseeing multiple projects. The client found the position so valuable that it is now a required role for any engineer of record in the client’s nationwide portfolio of hyperscale data center campuses. Outside of work within her firm, Carter also was appointed to the City of Chicago Electrical Commission in 2018 where she works with other representatives to determine best practices and requirements for the city. She was a founding member of ESD’s network empowering women. Passionate about mentoring, she also has served on the company’s intern training committee. A proud Kansas alumna, Carter spends much of her time cheering on their basketball team and hosts watch parties in Chicago. She also plays on a recreational soccer team and enjoys finding the best local restaurants in her neighborhood.
