Senior Data Center Power Architect (Remote)

Core Group; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Group is seeking a Senior Data Center Power Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced electrical power systems for mission-critical data center infrastructure.

You will define power architecture, select major components like BESS, transformers, switchgear, and ensure performance, safety, manufacturability, and cost. This hands-on role requires collaboration with controls and mechanical teams and occasional on-site work with travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of electrical systems design experience.
• Strong understanding of AC and DC power systems.
• Experience with ETAP or SKM PowerTools.
• Experience designing medium- and low-voltage power systems.
• Ability to perform electrical load calculations and equipment sizing.
• Knowledge of electrical protection principles and power distribution.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design complete electrical power system architectures for mission‑critical applications.
• Develop system‑level electrical designs based on customer requirements.
• Perform electrical load analysis, power calculations, and equipment sizing.
• Select and specify major electrical components, including BESS, Transformers, Switchgear.
• Evaluate power flow, efficiency, fault current, thermal loading, and overall system performance.
• Collaborate with controls and mechanical engineering teams to optimize integration.
• Support prototype development, testing, validation, and field commissioning.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical leadership.
• Develop one‑line diagrams, specifications, and design calculations.
• Research emerging technologies in electrical power systems and energy infrastructure.

Skills

AC power systems

DC power systems

Electrical load calculations

Equipment sizing

One-line diagrams

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM PowerTools

Job description

Core Group is seeking a Senior Data Center Power Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced electrical power systems for mission-critical data center infrastructure.

You will define power architecture, select major components like BESS, transformers, switchgear, and ensure performance, safety, manufacturability, and cost. This hands-on role requires collaboration with controls and mechanical teams and occasional on-site work with travel.