Power Systems Engineer
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The Role:
We are looking for a sharp electrical engineer with a passion for designing robust power infrastructure for mission-critical environments like data centers. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of data center infrastructure. You will leverage your deep expertise in electrical studies, power modeling, and renewable energy integration to drive innovation and ensure unparalleled reliability.
This a hybrid role based in our Ridgewood, NJ ,or NYC (Union Square area) office.
Key responsibilities will include:
Apply Your Expertise:
Design, develop, and optimize power and distribution systems. Conduct load flow analyses, create and review electrical schematics, perform reliability assessments, and develop protection schemes.
Drive Innovation:
Develop and implement plans for existing power technologies and evaluate new technologies while delivering up to five nines reliability.
Shape our Power Analytics Roadmap:
Define and implement solutions that enhance data center power quality and reliability through in-depth studies (load flow, transient capability, etc.) using tools like ETAP and PSCAD.
Ensure Operational Excellence:
Inspect, test, maintain, and troubleshoot power systems and related equipment. Conduct fault analysis and supervise installation, commissioning, and field testing.
Lead HV/MV/LV Power Strategy:
Integrate and coordinate power systems from the grid down to the block level, ensuring top-tier customer uptime.
Provide Technical Oversight:
Provide subject matter expertise across the technical work of multi-discipline engineers and designers.
Collaborate and Communicate:
Effectively work with internal and external teams on the design, build and compliance aspects of the project.
Ensure Quality and Compliance:
Review and approve critical engineering drawings and calculations, adhering to relevant industry standards and codes (NEC, building codes).
Stay Ahead of the Curve:
Continuously update your knowledge of advancements in power systems engineering and new technologies.
The Ideal Candidate:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, a related field, or equivalent practical experience
PE license is desired
3+ years of hands-on experience in microgrid or data center design and implementation, including renewable energy integration and energy storage systems
5+ years of practical experience utilizing power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, or similar)
5+ years of experience in power systems engineering, with a strong focus on electrical studies, power modeling, and data center or other mission-critical environments
Solid understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals: reliability, load flow, short circuits, harmonics, voltage regulation, transients, power factor, losses, etc.
In-depth knowledge of power and distribution systems
Understanding of electrical equipment redundancy levels for Data Centers
Experience with AI Data Center Power System design and analysis
Knowledge of UPS electrical design requirements for Data Centers
Understanding of Fault Tolerant Design Principles for Data Centers
Proven ability to create and review electrical schematics, blueprints, and layout drawings, AutoCAD experience required
Familiarity with industry standards, codes, and regulations (e.g., IEEE1547-2018, NEC 2020, NFPA 855)
Demonstrated experience conducting system reliability assessments
Skilled in fault analysis and developing effective protection schemes
Prefer candidates with knowledge of networking, SCADA, and performance monitoring techniques
Prefer candidates with knowledge of communication/signaling protocols
Ability to interface effectively with clients, peers, project personnel, and all levels of management
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity-backed growth business. Some of the core virtues embraced by Scales’ employees include:
Do the Right Thing
Act Like an Owner
Hustle
Demand Results
Go Together
Evolve or Disappear
We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.
About Scale Microgrids
Scale Microgrids (“Scale”) is a fully integrated distributed energy platform focused on designing, implementing, and financing innovative distributed clean energy solutions. Through its leading technical expertise and access to scale capital, Scale helps its customers transition to a decentralized energy future by providing and financing sustainable, cost-effective, and resilient power solutions. Scale has its own proprietary microgrid solution which provides customers with cheaper, cleaner, and more reliable power, and also partners with third-party developers to acquire and/or finance a broader range of distributed energy assets.
Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed assets. To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com.
About EQT
EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership.
To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com.
Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to , , , sex, , , or .
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