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CrusoeCrusoeTexas

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.

196k – 235k/yr
Remote5+ YOEDevOps / SRE

About the role

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 SwitchgearLow Voltage SwitchgearPower TransformersUps SystemsBackup GeneratorsBessSubstation ProtectionRfi ProcessCommissioningProject Management

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