Electrical Field Engineer - Data Center
Electrical Field Engineer supports on-site installation, testing, and commissioning of data center power systems like switchgear, transformers, UPS, and generators. Requires 5+ years experience, Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, and 50%+ travel to sites.
About the job
What You'll Be Working On
- Support the on-site installation, quality assurance, functional checkout, testing, and commissioning of critical electrical infrastructure - including medium/low voltage switchgear, power transformers, switchboards, protection and control, UPS systems, and electrical equipment internal to the data center.
- Monitor the deployment of advanced power backup and conditioning systems, including medium voltage UPS, backup generators, and BESS.
- Support and direct involvement in substation protection system management.
- Technical support for RFI process.
- Technical support for temporary power and electrical switching.
- Track construction progress against project milestones and ensure adherence to Basis of Design and engineering specifications - without compromising speed.
- Support rapid resolution of RFIs (Requests for Information) and Field Engineering Directives (FEDs) between the contractors and the internal design team.
- Own critical lessons learned and field service bulletins that have design ramifications, so that they can be carried back into specs and templating.
- Support all levels 1-5 of commissioning activities in partnership with Crusoe’s Cx team, reviewing commissioning documents for technical accuracy and assurance of design intent met.
- Be an electrical safety champion in partnership with Crusoe’s construction partners.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
- 5+ years of experience in mission-critical environments supporting construction and/or operations.
- Deep practical understanding of electrical power distribution equipment assembly and installation.
- Hands-on experience with on site construction and partnering with third-party general contractors and electrical subcontractors.
- Strong project management skills to assist in monitoring schedules, spotting bottlenecks, and driving on time completion in a technical position.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex field installation issues and implement practical, code-compliant solutions on the fly.
- Flexibility to travel frequently or reside near assigned project site - minimum of 50% of time on site.
Bonus Points
- Professional Engineer (PE) License or EIT certification.
- Direct experience overseeing the installation of high-density racks and their accompanying electrical infrastructure.
- Mega Project construction experience in mission critical or heavy industry.
- Certifications such as PMP, OSHA 30, or equivalent safety credentials.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Restricted Stock Units
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
- Employer contributions to HSA account
- Paid parental leave
- Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Professional development & tuition reimbursement
- Mental health & wellness support
- Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
- Cell phone stipend
- 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
- Volunteer time off
Compensation Range: $196,000 - $235,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers.
Skills
Medium Voltage Switchgear, Low Voltage Switchgear, Power Transformers, Ups Systems, Backup Generators, Bess, Substation Protection, Rfi Process, Commissioning, Project Management
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