Facilities Electrical Engineer

Electric Hydrogen; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 162,690 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grant

Time off programs

Cell phone allowance

401(k) match

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision/l4

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Electric Hydrogen is seeking a Facilities Electrical Engineer to design, commission, and maintain electrical systems powering our electrolyzer manufacturing and testing facilities—based onsite at Devens, MA. You will own power distribution from the utility to manufacturing equipment and drive standards and safety programs.

Join a fast‑growing team scaling next‑generation electrolyzer technology, collaborating with Manufacturing, Facilities, EHS, Engineering, and external partners to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing, constructing, commissioning, or maintaining manufacturing or industrial electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of medium‑voltage distribution and industrial power infrastructure.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and arc-flash assessments.
• Experience with electrical documentation: schematics, one-line diagrams, and panel schedules.

Responsibilities

• Design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of facility and manufacturing electrical systems.
• Own electrical power distribution from utility connection through equipment and infrastructure.
• Develop electrical design standards, specs, and engineering criteria for projects.
• Create and maintain schematics, one-line diagrams, P&IDs, and related docs.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment and ensure code compliance.
• Lead electrical safety programs including arc-flash analyses and safety procedures.
• Coordinate with EHS and internal teams across project execution.

Skills

Electrical systems experience

Power distribution

NFPA 70E knowledge

Arc-flash analysis

Electrical codes compliance

Schematic/ drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electric Hydrogen‘s mission is to make molecules to decarbonize our world! Our outstanding people are our most important asset and will allow us to deliver hydrogen from renewable electrolysis for heavy industry, at prices below fossil fuels.

We are seeking a Facilities Electrical Engineer to support the design, commissioning, and ongoing operation of the electrical systems that power our electrolyzer manufacturing and testing facilities. In this role, you will support all aspects of our facility and manufacturing electrical infrastructure, from equipment installation and commissioning to maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement.

You will play a critical role in ensuring our manufacturing equipment and facility electrical systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably as we continue to scale production. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Facilities, EHS, Engineering, Supply Chain, contractors, and external partners to support manufacturing readiness, facility expansion, and electrical infrastructure projects.

You will be based onsite at our Devens, MA facility and report to the Manager of Manufacturing Equipment & Facilities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of facility and manufacturing electrical systems


• Take ownership of electrical power distribution from the utility point of connection through manufacturing equipment and facility infrastructure


• Establish electrical design standards, specifications, and engineering criteria for manufacturing and facility projects


• Develop, interpret, and maintain electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, equipment drawings, P&IDs, and related engineering documentation


• Support the installation and commissioning of new manufacturing and testing equipment, ensuring compliance with company standards and applicable electrical codes


• Support electrical safety initiatives including arc-flash studies, short circuit analysis, equipment inspections, and implementation of electrical safety programs


• Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, and site‑specific electrical safety requirements


• Partner with EHS to maintain electrical safety programs and ensure compliance across manufacturing operations


• Manage electrical work permits, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and energized work authorizations


• Partner with electrical design firms, mechanical contractors, architects, and internal engineering teams throughout project execution


• Support permitting activities and coordinate with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to ensure regulatory compliance


• Provide technical leadership and consultation on electrical infrastructure for multi‑million‑dollar electrical capital improvement projects


• Serve as the primary technical resource for facility electrical infrastructure decisions


• Support maintenance activities and respond to after‑hours electrical emergencies as needed to maintain facility uptime

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering


• 5+ years of experience designing, constructing, commissioning, or maintaining manufacturing or industrial electrical systems


• Strong understanding of medium‑voltage electrical distribution systems and industrial power infrastructure


• Detailed knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards including NFPA 70, NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, and arc‑flash boundary assessments


• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment installation, commissioning, and startup activities


• Experience with building electrical systems, facility power distribution, and industrial electrical infrastructure


• Experience developing and maintaining electrical documentation including electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, as‑built drawings, and panel schedules


• Experience with energy management systems including smart metering, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and integration with building utilities such as HVAC


• Experience implementing and maintaining electrical safety programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), energized work procedures, and electrical risk assessments


• Experience with networking, Building Management Systems (BMS), SCADA, and other low‑voltage control systems preferred


• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills


• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality workmanship


• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilities, EHS, and external partners


• Excited to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment supporting the scale‑up of next‑generation electrolyzer technology

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Compensation and Benefits | P5
MA Zone
$162,690—$210,000 USD
Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job‑related skills, as well as relevant education or training and experience.

Base salary is just one part of Electric Hydrogen’s total rewards package. We feel strongly that our team should not have to worry about having quality healthcare. In addition to the base salary offered, the hired applicant may receive:

• an equity grant


• time off programs


• a $75/month cell phone allowance


• a 4% employer 401(k) match


• access to competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term & long‑term disability plans


• a discretionary bonus

Electric Hydrogen’s benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

About Electric Hydrogen

Electric Hydrogen is a team of the world’s experts in scaling technologies for the post‑carbon world, with a proven record in transforming the grid and transportation sectors. Backed by some of the world’s top venture capital firms, we design and manufacture electrolytic hydrogen systems matched to renewable power sources to create green hydrogen by splitting water. We are building a cost‑effective and transformative path between renewable energy and multiple large industrial sectors. Abundant and low‑cost renewable energy sources will power the world, and Electric Hydrogen technology will use this energy to decarbonize industry through sustainable materials. We were founded in 2020 and are based in California and Massachusetts.

Electric Hydrogen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for all to belong. We are aware that people from historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We are actively working on efforts to change this social norm.