Principal Electrical Engineer, Global

Vantage Data Centers Management Company LLC; Virginia (IL); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Vantage Data Centers is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to own all aspects of electrical engineering for new age data center designs. You will define standards, reference designs and governance, and drive cross-region implementation across the global product platform.

You will lead integration of energy storage and generation, ensure reliability goals, and partner with operations and external teams for successful handover and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 10+ years of substantial electrical power design and construction experience.
• Data Center or mission-critical experience required.
• Willingness to travel 15–25%.
• Master’s degree and professional license are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering for data center designs within the product platform.
• Define standards, reference designs and governance across regions.
• Develop and validate generation and energy storage integration.
• Coordinate with operations and external partners during handover.
• Perform load, short-circuit, and distribution analyses.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree

Professional license

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

AmpCalc

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

About Vantage Data CentersVantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.Position OverviewThis position can be based on-site at our office in Denver, CO, Ashburn, VA, Sterling, VA, Santa Clara, CA in alignment with our flexible work policy. (3 days on site required, 2 days flexible) or based remotely.Vantage Data Centers is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to own all aspects of Electrical Engineering for our new age data center designs, ensuring that this discipline operates as an integrated part of the global product platform.You will be accountable for the integrity, usability and evolution of standards, reference designs, approved variants and technical guidance across these areas. This includes defining where the platform must remain standard, where regional variation is appropriate, and how exceptions are governed when delivery realities require adaptation.You will also own the mechanisms that connect design intent to project delivery across this discipline — including design governance, cross-discipline decision-making, readiness for handover, and the feedback loops that ensure field, commissioning and operational experience strengthens the next version of the platform.Essential Job FunctionsEnergy storage and generationLead integration of energy storage into data center electrical infrastructure to support resiliency, peak demand management, and operational flexibilityAssess on-site generation solutions, including standby, prime power, and hybrid distributed systems, to support business, reliability, and sustainability goalsDevelop electrical strategies that integrate BESS, distributed generation, and advanced controls into mission-critical environmentsProvide technical leadership on interconnection, protection, and control philosophies for generation and energy storage assetsDevelop standards and design criteria for generation and energy storage topology, controls, safety, and commissioningProduct developmentParticipate in the product development lifecycle from concept through implementationWork closely with Operations to balance cost-effective design solutions with long-term operational sustainabilityDevelop and set minimum requirements for complete sequences of operation across designed systemsDrive standards for electrical commissioning effortsDesign quality and deliveryReview program-level design plans, equipment selections, and system submittalsEnsure consistent execution through effective coordination and handoff to internal teams and external partners adapting the program prototype for site-specific useWork across engineering disciplines to deliver streamlined, practical solutions aligned with Operations and business needsPartner with regional product enablement teams to implement product intent consistently across projects and regionsSupport documentation handoff and coordination with regional teams and external consultants for site adaptation of global prototypesEngineering analysisApply engineering analysis tools and professional judgment to evaluate loads, lighting levels, and short-circuit currentsPerform or guide the following studies:Load analysis and failure scenario calculationsShort-circuit and overcurrent protection device coordination studiesArc flash mitigation studiesDistribution analysis, including voltage drop and underground duct bank heat effect (Neher-McGrath) calculationsLighting photometric studiesJob RequirementsBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited university or collegeSubstantial experience in electrical power design and construction required, 10+ years preferredData Center and/or mission critical experience is requiredProficient in AutoCAD, Excel, Word, AmpCalc, ETAP, and PSCAD modeling softwareWorking knowledge of critical power infrastructure within a data centerTravel is expected to be 15–25% and may increase over time as business needs evolve.Desired QualificationsMaster’s degree in Electrical EngineeringProfessional licenseExperience in global, multi-region organizations operating with common standards and governed variants.Familiarity with industrialized delivery concepts such as evidence-based readiness, repeatable handover practices, and continuous improvement loops.Physical Demands and Special RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Additional DetailsSalary Range: $165,000-$180,000 + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.#LI-SM2We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity EmployerVantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!