Senior Datacenter Engineer

Google; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 161,800 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Senior Datacenter Engineer in Sterling, VA to define system-level architecture for next-generation data centers and lead engineering analyses for innovative equipment designs.

You will mentor junior engineers, develop maintenance procedures, and implement process improvements across critical infrastructure projects. This role requires 3–5 years related experience and will involve up to 50% travel to unanticipated worksites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years progressive experience in datacenter engineering or related field, or Master’s with 3 years experience.
• 3 years of experience in: data center architecture and system design; applying engineering tools to verify design; implementing controls engineering; BMS/EPMS operation; and process improvement for critical infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Define system-level architecture and product strategy for next-generation data centers and become an expert on Google data center electrical canonical designs.
• Conduct engineering analysis and research innovative designs for data center equipment and facilities, and mentor junior electrical engineers in the region and the overall Google Data Centers program.
• Develop and document standard operating and maintenance procedures for critical systems, and collaborate with Operations teams for retrofits and issue resolution; implement process improvements across critical infrastructure projects.
• Validate that all designs and installations meet cooling, structural, and performance requirements; apply controls engineering to design and implement automated mission-critical systems.
• Regional travel required at least 50% of the time to various unanticipated worksites.

Skills

Data center architecture

Control systems engineering

BMS/EPMS operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field

Job description

Senior Datacenter Engineer

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or in a Datacenter Engineering-related occupation.
• Alternatively, will accept a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field, and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in a Datacenter Engineering-related occupation.
• Position requires 3 years of experience in the following: Data center architecture and system design; Applying engineering tools and analytical methods to verify system design; Implementing Controls engineering, including control system programming; Building Management System (BMS) or Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) operation; and Process improvement for critical infrastructure projects.

About the job

Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $161,800 - $209,000 + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Position reports to the Google Sterling, VA office & may allow for a hybrid schedule as per Google policy.

Responsibilities

• Define system-level architecture and product strategy for next-generation data centers and become an expert on Google data center electrical canonical designs.
• Conduct engineering analysis and research innovative designs for data center equipment and facilities, and mentor junior electrical engineers in the region and the overall Google Data Centers program.
• Develop and document standard operating and maintenance procedures for critical systems, and collaborate with Operations teams and engineers for retrofits and critical issues’ resolution. Implement process improvements across critical infrastructure projects to boost operational efficiency.
• Validate that all designs and installations meet specified cooling, structural, and performance requirements. Apply controls engineering principles to design and implement automated mission-critical systems and collaborate with equipment engineers and program design engineers for all modifications and design changes on projects.
• Regional travel required at least 50% of the time to various unanticipated worksites.

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