Data Center Electrical Engineer
About The Position
The Data Center Engineering team develops and improves the physical design of data centers, including power infrastructure and environmentally friendly facilities. The role applies electrical engineering expertise to ensure compliance with codes and standards, develop infrastructure improvements, communicate recommendations to senior-level executives, and drive implementation with facilities technicians. As the Lead Technical Point of Contact for on-site electrical engineering and design matters, this position bridges design and construction execution, ensuring power infrastructure is built safely and correctly. The role serves as a technical liaison during construction and supports installation quality and resolution of field issues.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, including power distribution and construction support for mission-critical facilities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) systems, including switchgear, transformers, and distribution networks, and reviewing NETA reports.
- Experience managing contractors, leading technical resolution meetings, and providing clear technical guidance on complex brownfield or greenfield installations.
- Experience leading electrical safety programs and managing workplace hazards specifically related to medium-voltage systems.
- Ability to travel more than 50% of the time to provide on-site support across various project locations.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary technical liaison during construction, resolving design ambiguities and providing engineering solutions to field-fit issues.
- Perform periodic site walk-throughs and review installation quality for adherence to engineered drawings and specifications.
- Identify and resolve conflicts between design intent and physical site constraints before they affect the construction schedule.
- Apply local codes, including NEC/NFPA, and industry standards to ensure installations are compliant and safe.
- Mentor and advise electrical contractors, ensuring the Request for Information (RFI) process is streamlined and technically sound.
Benefits
- 15% bonus target
- Equity
- Benefits (details provided through Google's benefits information)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
