Data Center Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer

A global technology company that specializes in internet-related services and products.
Reston, VA, USACharlotte, NC, USANew York, NY, USA
$139,000 - $207,000
Cloud
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Data Center Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer

Google is seeking a Data Center Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer to join their Technical Infrastructure team. This role is crucial in maintaining and developing Google's data center infrastructure, focusing on electrical systems and controls. The position combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic thinking, requiring deep knowledge of electrical engineering and mission-critical facilities.

The role involves working with cutting-edge technology in state-of-the-art, environmentally-friendly facilities. You'll be responsible for providing technical guidance on electrical issues, supporting operations teams, and acting as a Subject Matter Expert in complex systems configuration. The position offers the opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure that powers Google's vast product portfolio.

As part of the Data Center Engineering team, you'll be involved in research and development, testing new strategies, and implementing solutions that optimize efficiency. The role requires collaboration with multiple teams, from facilities technicians to senior-level executives, making communication skills as important as technical expertise.

The position offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $139,000-$207,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced electrical engineers who want to impact global infrastructure at scale, working with one of the world's leading technology companies.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in programming and commissioning mission-critical facilities, with knowledge of electrical theory and equipment. You'll be working in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged, and you'll have the opportunity to influence the future of data center design and operation.

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Responsibilities For Data Center Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer

  • Provide technical guidance on electrical issues to data center construction teams
  • Provide expert technical support to the operations team for large-scale and high voltage/medium voltage electrical power systems
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert in configuration, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex programmable logic controller and protection relay configurations
  • Provide technical feedback and support for Product/Design teams to resolve fleet wide design issues
  • Develop and maintain functional relationships across multidisciplinary teams
  • Provide training support to the operations team and participate in outage response

Requirements For Data Center Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience
  • 5 years of experience in programming, commissioning, and operation of mission critical facilities, electrical utilities, and industrial/facility engineering
  • Knowledge of electrical theory and equipment including protective relays, network switches, data concentrators, HMI software packages, 61850 GOOSE/MMS protocols
  • Experience with Switchgear, transformers and generators, digital analog controls and feedback devices, programmable logic controller

Benefits For Data Center Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits

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