Remote Senior Electrical Engineer/ Data Centers, BESS & Power Systems

Uptalent.io; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Work from anywhere

Highly competitive compensation

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support the design and development of advanced infrastructure projects, including data centers and battery energy systems. This role requires strong experience in electrical power systems and coordination with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will possess an Electrical Engineering degree, 8+ years of experience, and knowledge of medium-voltage systems. This position offers highly competitive compensation and the flexibility to work from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• At least 8 years of professional experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience with data center electrical infrastructure is essential.
• Exposure to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or large-scale energy storage projects.
• Strong knowledge of medium-voltage electrical systems, switchgear, transformers, and protection systems.
• Fluent English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and support electrical power systems for data center infrastructure.
• Support integration of large generator plants used for backup power.
• Contribute to the design of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Coordinate electrical system layouts and equipment integration with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Participate in technical discussions, design reviews, and coordination meetings with U.S.-based teams.

Skills

Electrical Engineering degree

8+ years of professional experience

Fluent English communication skills

Experience with backup power systems and generator integration

Strong knowledge of medium-voltage electrical systems

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer with strong experience in mission-critical power systems to support the design and development of advanced infrastructure projects, including data centers, generator plants, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

This role involves working closely with U.S.-based engineering teams on the design and integration of complex electrical systems that ensure high reliability, redundancy, and energy efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and support electrical power systems for data center infrastructure, including medium-voltage distribution, switchgear, transformers, and UPS systems.
• Support the integration of large generator plants used for backup power in mission-critical environments.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including battery systems, inverters, and energy management systems.
• Coordinate electrical system layouts and equipment integration with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Participate in technical discussions, design reviews, and coordination meetings with U.S.-based teams.

• Electrical Engineering degree
• 8+ years of professional experience
• Proven experience working on data center electrical infrastructure
• Experience with backup power systems and generator integration
• Exposure to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or large-scale energy storage projects
• Strong knowledge of medium-voltage electrical systems, switchgear, transformers, and protection systems
• Previous experience working on U.S.-based engineering projects is highly valued
• Fluent English communication skills

Nice to Have

• Experience working with hyperscale data center projects

• Work for the most exciting companies in the North American Market.
• Flexible schedules.
• Work from anywhere.
• Highly competitive compensation.