Lead Data Center Electrical Engineer

Google Inc.; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 144,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Sick time

Maternity leave

Baby bonding leave

Holidays

Job summary

Google is hiring a Lead Data Center Electrical Engineer in Addison, TX, focusing on power distribution and field execution for mission-critical facilities. You will act as the on-site technical liaison, drive safe installations, and mentor contractors while coordinating with the Data Center Engineering team.

The role requires 5+ years of electrical engineering experience, LV/MV systems knowledge, and the ability to travel extensively to project sites. Competitive benefits and equity offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, including power distribution and construction support for mission-critical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical liaison during construction and provide engineering solutions for field-fit issues.
• Perform periodic site walk-throughs and review installation quality for conformance to drawings and specs.
• Identify and resolve conflicts between design intent and site constraints to avoid schedule impacts.
• Apply local codes (e.g., NEC/NFPA) and industry standards to ensure safe, compliant installations.
• Mentor and advise electrical contractors, streamlining RFIs and technical guidance.

Education

Electrical Engineering

Power Engineering

Tools

Low Voltage (LV) systems

Medium Voltage (MV) systems

Switchgear

Transformers

Distribution networks

NETA reports

Job description

Google is hiring a Lead Data Center Electrical Engineer in Addison, TX, focusing on power distribution and field execution for mission-critical facilities. You will act as the on-site technical liaison, drive safe installations, and mentor contractors while coordinating with the Data Center Engineering team.

The role requires 5+ years of electrical engineering experience, LV/MV systems knowledge, and the ability to travel extensively to project sites. Competitive benefits and equity offered.