Subject Matter Expert Electrical Engineer
Construction, Engineering & Trades · Civil & Industrial Engineering · Electrical Engineering
In short
Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to provide expert input on datacenter electrical systems, design, construction, and operations. This role involves technical review, analysis, and coordination of complex electrical systems for Microsoft's cloud business, ensuring adherence to standards and resolving issues.
Responsibilities
- Provide crucial input to other organizations and stakeholders.
- Manage, review, and coordinate the delivery of complex data center electrical systems, power distribution systems, and backup power systems.
- Ensure consultants adhere to Microsoft standards.
- Perform technical reviews and analyses of leased and colocation data centers.
- Review Electrical design infrastructure for Lease DC project buildouts, special projects, and retrofit upgrades.
- Collaborate with the Global Electrical Team to develop DC electrical designs.
- Lead and guide consultants in designing and coordinating electrical systems.
- Oversee all power system designs throughout the design phases.
- Collaborate with the procurement team, manufacturers, and global/local engineering teams.
- Develop specifications and drawings for electrical systems and topology.
- Assist the Operations team in troubleshooting electrical failures.
- Assist in commissioning, validating performance, quality, and reliability.
- Give technical direction to vendors.
- Work on retrofits and upgrades of existing facilities.
- Partner directly with cross-organizational teams.
- Provide guidance to staff augmentation teams.
- Support construction teams remotely.
- Apply structured thinking and strong analytical skills.
- Demonstrate a creative approach to problem-solving.
- Balance varying responsibilities across business rhythm, communications, management, and culture.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience.
- Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements.
- Must pass Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
- Requires verification of US Citizenship to meet federal government security requirements.
Desired Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience.
- Registered Professional Engineer in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a lead engineer with design, construction, operation or maintenance of large scale and complex electrical engineering systems.
- Candidate must possess written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and maintain high quality standards.
- Detailed understanding of uninterruptible power sources, diesel generators, electrical switchgear, power distribution units, and automatic/static transfer switches.
- Detailed understanding of relays, protection schemes, high-voltage distribution system, power and distribution transformers, earthing and switching.
- Excellent knowledge of building codes and regulations.
- Experience in designing, operating, and commissioning electrical distribution systems, from high voltage (HV) to branch circuits.
- Ability to lead a team of engineers in advanced engineering and operational processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of mechanical and control systems related to data center environments.
- Ability to perform complex business case analysis to justify technical decisions.
- Experience with power system analysis and engineering software packages.
- Familiarity with ground-up construction, greenfield and brownfield site development requirements.
- Action-oriented with a passion for getting things done quickly, efficiently, and effectively.
- Experience with using Bluebeam Revu and associated products.
- Expertise with AutoCAD, and 3D BIM programs such as AutoCAD or Revit.
Benefits
- Base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year.
- Base pay range in San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area is USD $160,200 - $261,000 per year.
- Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Skills
Electrical EngineeringPower Distribution SystemsAutoCADRevitBluebeam Revu
#Electrical Engineering#Data Center#Microsoft Cloud#Infrastructure
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Company
MicrosoftJob Posted
2 days ago
Employment Type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Salary
US$119,800–261,000 · Negotiable
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
United States
Qualification
Master, Bachelor
Applicants
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