Electrical Design Engineer

Armada; California City (CA); Remote; USD 114,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Subsidized benefits

Unlimited PTO

14 paid holidays

Job summary

Armada is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to own the electrical design for modular, containerized data centers from single-line through commissioning. You’ll review vendor submittals, support manufacturing partners, and work across time zones to ensure robust power distribution.

You’ll collaborate with mechanical, controls, and fire protection engineers while contributing to international deployments and field commissioning efforts.

Qualifications

• US Citizen is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electrical designs for modular containerized data centers (single-line diagrams, load calculations, panel schedules, grounding, cable sizing).
• Run protective device coordination and arc flash studies; produce labels and coordination reports for field use.
• Review vendor submittals for UPS, battery systems, and power distribution; ensure alignment with specs.
• Support manufacturing partners: respond to RFIs, resolve layout/piping routing issues, and participate in factory witness testing.
• Coordinate with AHJs and international codes on mission-critical and energy storage installations.
• Produce design basis memos, block diagrams, and commissioning procedures; support field commissioning and troubleshooting.

Skills

US Citizenship

Arc flash competency

Protection coordination

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

SKM PowerTools/ETAP/EasyPower

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM PowerTools

ETAP

EasyPower

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

About the Company

Armada is the hyperscaler for the edge, delivering modular AI infrastructure from first deployment to AI factory with speed, scale and sovereignty. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to the CNBC Disruptor 50, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.

With nearly $500 million in funding to date, Armada is backed by leading investors including Founders Fund, Lux, BlackRock and Microsoft (M12), alongside strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Dell, Palantir, NVIDIA, SpaceX, and Skydio. We are building the infrastructure layer for sovereign and edge AI - rugged, deployable compute for customers that cannot rely on centralized cloud.

Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.

About the role

Armada builds and deploys ruggedized, modular, containerized data centers that bring high-density AI compute to locations where traditional data centers cannot go. We are scaling production across multiple international markets, with deployments ranging from multi-megawatt GPU clusters to large-scale multi-unit campuses at up to 400 kW/rack.

Armada needs an Electrical Design Engineer to work directly under the Senior Electrical Design Engineer on the power and integration team. This is a hands-on design role: you will own the electrical design for modular units from single-line through commissioning, review vendor submittals, and directly support manufacturing partners and deployment teams across multiple time zones. You will not be writing specs from an ivory tower — you will be on calls with manufacturers early in the morning, reviewing arc flash studies at noon, and answering field questions from a commissioning crew in the evening.

This role is for someone who wants to ship hardware, not produce reports.

Location.

This role is remote.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Develop and maintain electrical designs for modular containerized data centers: single-line diagrams, load calculations, panel schedules, grounding, cable sizing, and raceway layouts across multiple low-voltage distribution standards (480 V and other international LV systems).
• Run protective device coordination, arc flash, and short-circuit studies in SKM, ETAP, or equivalent. Produce labels and coordination reports that will be used in the field.
• Review and redline vendor submittals for UPS systems, battery systems, cooling distribution units, switchgear, main distribution boards, PDUs, and generator/ATS packages. Hold vendors accountable to the spec; flag discrepancies early.
• Support manufacturing partners: answer RFIs, resolve conflicts on layout and piping/cable routing, and participate in factory witness testing.
• Contribute to multi-jurisdictional compliance across a range of international electrical, fire, and mission-critical facility codes, and coordinate with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
• Produce clear engineering documentation: Statements of Requirements, design basis memos, block diagrams, and commissioning procedures. If you hate writing, this is not the job.
• Work alongside mechanical, controls, structural, and fire protection engineers — and with external consultants. You will be expected to push back when something is wrong, regardless of seniority.
• Support field commissioning and troubleshooting, including occasional international travel to manufacturing partner sites, deployments, and trade events.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizen
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• 3–7 years of post‑degree experience in electrical design, with at least 2 years in data centers, mission‑critical facilities, industrial power, or equivalent complex power distribution.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the NEC (NFPA 70) and, ideally, one or more IEC‑based national codes. Multi‑jurisdictional design experience is a strong plus.
• Hands‑on experience with protection coordination and arc flash software (SKM PowerTools, ETAP, EasyPower, or similar).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and/or Revit MEP, plus Bluebeam Revu (or equivalent) for submittal markup.
• Familiarity with UPS systems (double‑conversion topology, battery sizing, parallel operation), medium‑ and low‑voltage switchgear, transformers, and generator/ATS integration.
• Ability to read mechanical and structural drawings well enough to catch interdisciplinary conflicts before they hit manufacturing.
• Clear written communication. You will be writing RFI responses, submittal reviews, and technical memos read by vendors and executives.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• PE or EIT licensure is a plus; neither is required.
• Experience with containerized or modular/prefabricated data center products.
• Knowledge of high‑density liquid‑cooled GPU systems and their electrical implications — inrush, harmonics, rack‑level power distribution, busway.
• Working familiarity with battery chemistries beyond VRLA and lithium‑ion, and with UL 9540A or equivalent large‑scale battery testing requirements.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E, NFPA 75/76, NFPA 110, and NFPA 855 as they apply to mission‑critical and energy storage installations.
• Experience coordinating with multiple AHJs and international insurance bodies on mission‑critical approvals.
• Exposure to BMS/DCIM integration, BACnet/Modbus, and the electrical side of controls handoffs.
• Experience working with external manufacturing partners and consultants across multiple time zones.

Citizenship Requirements

For select roles, due to the nature of our clientele and the technologies involved, there may be specific nationality or citizenship indicated in the required qualifications section. These roles may involve access to sensitive information that is subject to export control regulations or other legal restrictions. In such cases, employment offers will be contingent upon your ability to comply with these requirements.

Compensation

For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.

We use a geographic pay structure based on cost‑of‑labor markets.

• Tier 1 (e.g., SF Bay Area, NYC, Seattle): $130,824 – $163,530
• Tier 2 (most U.S. metro areas): $113,760 – $142,200
• Tier 3 (other cities): $108,072 – $135,090

Final compensation will be determined by experience, scope, and level, and may vary from the posted range.

In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and equity
• Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)
• Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)
• Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• 14 paid company holidays per year

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Compensation

$113,760—$142,200 USD

You’re a Great Fit if You’re

• A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge.
• A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company.
• A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda.
• Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.

Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates

Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.