5276 Electrical Engineer

NTT Global Data Centers is a leading provider of data center solutions, seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their Technical Operations team. The role involves overseeing complex electrical engineering projects, providing mentorship to junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards across data center facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee complex electrical engineering projects nationwide, from concept to execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Utilizes engineering assessment, judgment, and analysis to choose the most appropriate course of action
• Provides technical direction and mentorship to mid-level and entry-level electrical engineers, fostering their professional growth and development
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the nation to drive continuous improvement and innovation for data center infrastructure and electrical systems
• Utilize a diverse array of data sources, information channels, and tools (including EPMS, BMS, equipment submittals, design drawings, power system analysis tools, etc.) to address intricate challenges impacting data center equipment and systems, such as UPS’s, batteries, generators, transformers, breakers, and switching devices
• As the electrical systems subject matter expert, demonstrates proficiency in applying the Sequence of Operations (SOO) in both typical and atypical operational contexts
• Assess client expansions and sales opportunities to guarantee that the standard data center design aligns with contractual electrical specifications, encompassing fail overs, equipment redundancy, coordination, and service level agreements (SLAs)
• As the electrical subject matter expert, provide technical oversite for operations to ensure robust procedures (MOPs, EOPs, SOPs) are developed for high-risk activities
• Possess a thorough understanding of the relevant electrical codes, such as IBC, NFPA and NEC, and their practical application to data center operations. Remain actively engaged in emerging trends and best practices pertaining to electrical systems and data center operations
• Provide Tier 2 support for urgent electrical issues during emergency situations and provide technical support for on-site operations as needed. Additionally, offer technical supervision for the Change Advisory Board (CAB) to minimize customer impacts
• Produce and present technical reports and updates to senior management (and occasionally clients), aiming to effectively communicate complex technical details. These reports offer insights into the normal and abnormal states of our electrical infrastructure, ensuring a thorough understanding
• Occasionally, travel to the data centers to address specific technical challenges to support the local operations team

Requirements:

• B.S. Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering, or equivalent combination of education and professional background
• Expert-level understanding of electrical system operation in a mission critical environment
• Extensive knowledge in data center electrical systems including UPS's, batteries, generators, switching devices, power quality meters, and more
• Comprehensive and practical analytical skills to correctly identify the problem, determine the root cause, and provide sound business solutions
• Able to work autonomously and in a changing environment
• Subject Matter expert in power quality and system analysis, protection coordination, and electrical PLC systems
• In-depth expertise in electrical systems, short circuit analysis and breaker coordination
• Proficient with Power System Analysis tools, reports, and assessment
• Comprehensive understanding of data center infrastructure and its integration with electrical systems
• Leadership and mentorship skills for guiding junior engineers
• Proficiency with Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, BlueBeam
• Understanding of applicable building codes with an emphasis on IBC, NFPA & NEC
• Able to hear and speak on a telephone/videoconferencing
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds
• Must be willing to occasionally work outside normal business hours, including weekends, late nights, and early mornings to maintain communication with our global partners and counterparts in the organization