# Electrical Field Engineer - Data Center

**Company:** [Crusoe](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/crusoe)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** DevOps / SRE
**Salary:** $196k – $235k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** Medium Voltage Switchgear, Low Voltage Switchgear, Power Transformers, Ups Systems, Backup Generators, Bess, Substation Protection, Rfi Process, Commissioning, Project Management
**Posted:** 2026-04-16

> 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.

## Job Description

## 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.

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