Senior Electrical Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering

Fleet Data Centers designs, builds, and operates mega-scale data center campuses, and they are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and implementation of electrical systems in their data centers. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure energy-efficient systems that support large-scale cloud operations.

Responsibilities:

• Create building and site electrical drawings
• Lead the design and development of electrical systems for large-scale data centers
• Provide electrical design oversight throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to commissioning, ensuring all systems are energy-efficient and meet performance standards
• Drive sustainability initiatives
• Manage large-scale, multi-site projects across global regions, ensuring the on-time delivery of electrical engineering systems and solutions
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering, architecture, structural engineering, network, controls, and operations teams to integrate electrical systems with other data center components
• Work closely with vendors and contractors to ensure all electrical systems meet quality, safety, and operational standards, as well as company specifications
• Act as the main point of contact for all electrical systems-related decisions and collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders
• Ensure all electrical designs and systems comply with local, state, and federal regulations, building codes, and environmental requirements
• Assess and mitigate risks related to electrical system failures
• Lead root-cause analysis and provide technical solutions for any system failures or incidents to improve future design resilience
• Stay at the forefront of industry trends and innovations in data center electrical engineering, with a focus on energy efficiency and future scalability
• Develop and refine electrical design standards and guidelines to ensure consistent and efficient electrical systems across all data centers

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (master's or Ph.D. preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years focused on data center design and operations
• Proven track record of delivering electrical systems for large-scale data center projects
• Extensive experience with software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, CFD, etc.)
• Expertise in sustainability, energy efficiency, and cost-saving measures related to data center mechanical systems
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable strategies for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to influence and manage key stakeholders across engineering, product, and operations teams
• Analytical Skills: Demonstrated success in analyzing program data, defining KPIs, and reporting on success metrics
• License: Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience working in global data center projects, navigating region-specific regulations and environmental conditions
• Hyperscaler: Familiarity with AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and Meta cloud providers' data center requirements
• Cloud Certifications: Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, etc.)
• Global Experience: Experience leading product launches in global markets, including knowledge of international land, energy and/or data center regulations and compliance
• Technical Background: A strong technical understanding of cloud services, networking, and software development lifecycles