Power Systems Applications Engineer – Data Centers

Peter Kazella and Associates, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Peter Kazella and Associates, Inc. is seeking a Power Systems Applications Engineer to support data centers with electrical controls and power distribution solutions in Atlanta.

You will analyze customer requirements, prepare technical proposals, and collaborate with sales and field teams on complex projects. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of data center experience, a background in high/low voltage systems, and strong presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related field (a huge plus).
• 5–10 years of consultative / Data Center Solutions experience with UPS, Generators, PDUs, etc.
• Strong understanding of electrical data center infrastructure and mission-critical environments.
• Excellent analytical skills to translate market data into business solutions.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and specifications.
• Knowledge of industry practices and problem resolution.
• Experience presenting technical proposals during Quotation/Sales processes.
• Active involvement with local professional organizations (AFCOM, 7×24, DCD, Uptime, etc.).
• Experience with Engineering Firms, General Contractors, Data Center Providers, etc.
• Experience providing OEM critical facilities equipment and solutions.
• Team player with ability to build relationships.
• Strong organizational skills and prioritization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong presentation and communication to influence stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project leadership with scheduling and milestones.
• Willingness to travel 20–30% for tests and client sites.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQ/RFP requirements and develop compliant proposals including BOMs, drawings, and schedules.
• Understand proposed equipment and modify specifications and project schedules.
• Partner with sales to develop solutions and support revenue objectives.
• Lead technical reviews, meetings, and customer presentations.
• Provide application engineering support with product recommendations.
• Build relationships with customers, consultants, vendors and internal teams.
• Manage project plans, costs, risks, and resources to meet commitments.
• Balance customer expectations with vendor lead times.
• Identify gaps and cost-saving opportunities to enhance value.
• Create electrical schematics, diagrams, and submittals.
• Plan factory witness tests with agenda and coordination.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, logistics, etc.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout lifecycle.
• Track status, forecast, and provide updates for resource planning.
• Coordinate with suppliers for timely support and costing.
• Maintain documentation and drive process improvements.
• Represent the company in technical meetings and site visits.
• Promote professional, customer-focused approach.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Team player

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Power Systems Applications Engineer – Data Centers – Atlanta, GA

Our client is a Power Distribution & Controls Solutions Provider for Critical Facilities / Data Centers . They provide solutions to some of the world’s leading companies to achieve cost savings and peak performance by providing End-to-End Electrical Solutions for New Construction, Upgrades, Retrofits and Regular Maintenance of Data Centers. Their services include engineering, procurement, equipment start-up and installation oversight, ensuring reliability and efficiency in data center construction and operations. They provide these electrical infrastructure solutions for many Enterprise Clients, Colocation Providers, AI / HPC, Bitcoin and Hyperscale Companies. This career-growth minded opportunity offers exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.

We are looking for a Power Systems Applications Controls Engineer to join and support their national sales team. They will act as the subject matter expert on all data center electrical controls and power distribution products, services and solutions. Ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the Mission Critical Data Center Facilities Industry working with Low / Medium / High Voltage Equipment, Power Transformers, Controls and Monitoring. They will be responsible for preparing electrical equipment proposals from inception to approval, conduct presentations, and briefings with internal and external stakeholders, assist sales team with hopes of closing business, in addition to supporting field service. Candidate will also be expected to develop and maintain positive relationships with existing business partners, end users, general contractors, consultant engineers, OEM vendors, utilities in hopes to generate additional business. A proven track record of consultative data center solutions sales skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQ/RFP requirements and develop compliant proposals including pricing, Bill of Materials (BOMs), drawings, scopes of work, schedules, and technical documentation
• Develop a thorough understanding of proposed equipment and systems; interpret and modify specifications, one-lines, schematics, and project schedules
• Partner with sales and customers to develop solutions, negotiate commercial terms, and support revenue and margin objectives
• Serve as the primary technical lead during quotation reviews, leveling meetings, customer presentations, and consultant discussions
• Provide application engineering support by recommending products and system solutions that meet customer and operational requirements
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders while identifying new business opportunities
• Manage project plans, schedules, risks, costs, and resources to ensure customer commitments, profitability targets, and delivery expectations are achieved
• Balance customer expectations with market conditions, vendor lead times, and available solutions to ensure successful project execution
• Identify specification gaps, value-engineering opportunities, cost-saving initiatives, and alternative solutions that enhance project value
• Create and review electrical schematics, system diagrams, one-line drawings, and technical submittals
• Plan and lead factory witness tests, including agenda creation, execution coordination, and customer communication
• Lead cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, logistics, vendor management, project management, and service organizations
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial, technical, operational, and delivery risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Track project status, forecasting, and projected wins, providing leadership with actionable updates to support resource planning
• Coordinate with suppliers at all organizational levels to ensure timely support, accurate costing, and successful project execution
• Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and quality records while driving process improvements and operational efficiencies
• Represent the company in technical meetings, site visits, seminars, and customer-facing engagements
• Promote a professional, customer-focused approach while performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related work equivalent a Huge Plus!
• 5 to 10 yrs of relevant consultative / Data Center Solutions and Product (UPS, Generators, Parallel Switchgear, PDUs etc.) Power product applications, Low Voltage / Medium Voltage, outside technical sales, and/or Electrical Power sales experience
• Strong understanding of electrical data center infrastructure and mission-critical environments
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data and translate into business solutions
• Ability to read and comprehend electrical schematics and specifications
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures
• Demonstrates knowledge of organization’s business practices and issues faced and contributes to problem resolution of those issues
• Experience putting together technical presentations and act as the technical resource during the Quotation / Sales process
• Belong to / attend local professional organizations (AFCOM , 7×24 , Datacenter Dynamics / DCD , Uptime , DICE / Bisnow, PTC, etc.)
• Have experience interacting with Engineering Firms, General Contractors, Data Center Providers, Construction Companies, Rep Firms, etc.
• Have experience providing Critical Facilities OEM equipment and solutions
• Must be a team player and be able to build long-term relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Strong presentation and communication skills; to be able to effectively communicate / influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive results
• Demonstrated project leadership, including scheduling, cross-functional collaboration, and milestone tracking
• Previous military experience a huge plus! Candidates with backgrounds in Electrical/Mechanical roles in the Navy (Nukes, EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees), Army (Power Generation), Air Force (Power Production), Generator Techs, Coast Guard, or Army National Guard are highly encouraged to apply
• Open to travel 20- 30% to attend factory witness tests, client sites, and data center industry conferences

Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan

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