Senior Electrical Engineer Power Systems

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$117,200 - $229,200
Cloud
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Senior Electrical Engineer Power Systems

Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) at Microsoft is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer Power Systems to join their Datacenter Design Engineering team. This role is crucial in designing and implementing power systems for Microsoft's global datacenter infrastructure. The position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge datacenter power solutions, including renewable energy sources, microgrids, and battery storage systems.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in power infrastructure design, with expertise in onsite power generation and microgrid operations. You'll be part of an innovative team responsible for making datacenters more sustainable and efficient, working with the latest technology in power systems.

This hybrid role offers flexibility with up to 50% work from home capability, based in major tech hubs including Redmond, Atlanta, Washington D.C., or other locations. The position comes with competitive compensation ranging from $117,200 to $229,200 (higher in SF and NYC areas), along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave.

Key responsibilities include leading backup power initiatives, collaborating with various engineering teams, and driving innovation in sustainable power solutions. You'll represent DCE in critical discussions about power infrastructure and work closely with vendors and internal stakeholders to evaluate and implement new energy technologies.

Microsoft's commitment to sustainability and innovation makes this an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about power systems engineering and datacenter infrastructure. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to impact one of the world's largest cloud infrastructures.

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Responsibilities For Senior Electrical Engineer Power Systems

  • Represent DCE in design and delivery of sites with new onsite generation sources
  • Lead backup power discussions internally and externally
  • Serve as primary DCE contact for impact assessments on site availability
  • Engage with energy source vendors for product evaluation
  • Lead design changes and collaborate with LV, MV, and HV electrical engineers
  • Act as DCE point of contact for CTO office plans
  • Direct engineering consultants in distribution systems design
  • Design power distribution schematics and protection schemes
  • Innovate and modify proposals to align with Microsoft sustainability goals

Requirements For Senior Electrical Engineer Power Systems

  • 8+ years of technical engineering experience or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years experience or Master's degree with 3+ years experience
  • 8+ years experience designing power infrastructure for datacenters
  • 6+ years experience with onsite power generation for datacenters
  • 6+ years experience on microgrid design including BESS and renewable sources
  • Registered Professional Engineer/Licensed Engineer
  • Must pass Microsoft Cloud Background Check
  • Experience with power system analysis software (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower)
  • Direct experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and/or Fuel Cell vendors

Benefits For Senior Electrical Engineer Power Systems

Medical Insurance
Education Budget
Parental Leave
Relocation Benefits
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Relocation support

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