Senior Data Center Electrical Engineer
About this role
Professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy solving complex infrastructure challenges will find a natural fit within this engineering group. The team designs and delivers high-performance electrical infrastructure for hyperscale data center facilities that power cloud computing and artificial intelligence workloads. Daily activities involve executing electrical design tasks, reviewing consultant drawings, conducting technical calculations, and coordinating closely with cross-functional project teams.
Driving the expansion of critical digital infrastructure requires leading technical design efforts and ensuring electrical systems meet strict standards for performance and scalability. Individuals in this position participate in site due diligence, perform safety studies, and oversee factory testing. Candidates with a strong background in electrical engineering and data center operations succeed by bringing technical precision and collaborative problem-solving to every build-to-suit or retrofit project.
What you will do
- Execute electrical engineering design tasks for new data center facilities, encompassing build-to-suit, self-performed, and tenant fit-out projects.
- Review electrical striping plans and design drawings prepared by consultants to verify proper load distribution and compliance with company standards.
- Perform technical calculations and studies including short-circuit, coordination, arc-flash, and load flow to validate system performance and safety.
- Participate in new site due diligence by evaluating utility availability, site power constraints, and overall electrical infrastructure readiness.
- Coordinate closely with third-party vendors, consultants, and internal teams across IT, operations, mechanical, and project management.
- Participate in factory witness testing, site inspections, and commissioning activities to verify proper installation and operation of electrical systems.
What you need
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Bring at least 7 years of professional experience working in data center engineering.
- Demonstrate a proven track record of successfully completing data center design projects.
- Possess strong knowledge of data center electrical systems such as substations, emergency generators, uninterruptible power systems, lithium-ion battery plants, and fire alarms.
- Maintain familiarity with Emergency Power Monitoring Systems and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems.
- Demonstrate excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills in a dynamic environment.
Nice to have
- Professional Engineering license
- Professional certifications such as Uptime Institute or BICSI
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with a generous employer match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible PTO
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the compensation range for this role?
The base salary range for this role is $157,000 to $210,000. The starting salary is determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.
What travel or location requirements apply to this position?
Travel is required to visit various data center sites. The job locations include Livingston, NJ, New York, NY, Sunnyvale, CA, San Francisco, CA, and Bellevue, WA.
What are the work authorization requirements for applicants?
Applicants must have work authorization that does not require sponsorship from the company now or in the future. Additionally, the position requires access to export-controlled information, necessitating specific U.S. person or eligibility status.