Principal Electrical Expert Global Design Standards

Overview

Principal Electrical Expert within the NTT Global Design Standards team, translating NTT GID Owner Project Requirements into the Global Reference Design and supporting regional localization and deployment through third-party Architects and Engineers.

What you'll do

• Lead and oversee complex electrical engineering projects from concept to execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to mid-level and entry-level electrical engineers
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation in electrical systems for data center infrastructure
• Contribute to the development and optimization of electrical systems and upgrades
• Stay informed about emerging trends and best practices in electrical engineering and apply them to enhance operations
• Participate in vendor engagement to determine technical innovation and market evolution opportunities to lead design development within the electrical engineering discipline
• Prepare and present technical reports and updates to senior management
• Serve as primary electrical reviewer of project design documents
• Provide expert guidance on the performance of engineering calculations and studies
• Support project design reviews at all stages of project design and delivery on an as-required basis
• Consult with Engineering, Expansion, Construction, Operations, Product and Sales teams to make optimal design decisions with careful assessment of risks and opportunities
• Work with the Technical Director of Global Design Standards to drive effectiveness, efficiency, innovation, speed to market and predictability in best-practice design processes and procedures
• Support management of the Global Design Standards team by advising on workload, prioritization and development areas

What you'll need

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• 10 or more years of industry experience, with minimum 5 years specifically in data centers
• In-depth expertise in Electrical Engineering including MV and LV Power, Lighting, Grounding, Lightning Protection, Routing (above and below grade), Fire Alarm, and Mission Critical design and analysis
• In-depth expertise in Electrical Systems including MV Switchgear, MV Transformers, LV Generators, LV Switchgear / Switchboards / Panelboards, ATS, STS, UPS and power redundancy design (distributed vs. block, N, 5N/4, 2N, etc.), PDU, RPP, Busway, Relay / Breaker settings and coordination
• Advanced proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD), Building Information Modeling (BIM), and engineering calculation software (SKM/ETAP/AMPCALC/Lighting) for complex designs
• Strong ability to optimize and fine-tune engineering systems for maximum efficiency
• High level of competence and familiarity with energy calculations
• Adept and practiced at Neher-McGrath, Photometric, Power System Load, Load Balance, Voltage Drop, and Short Circuit / Arc Flash calculations, including analyzing results from reports and drawings, recognizing deficiencies or errors, and providing direction
• Highly developed understanding of Cx processes and test scripts
• Proficient in creation and analysis of Electrical Engineering Specifications and review of equipment submittals against specifications
• Comprehensive understanding of data center infrastructure and its integration with engineering systems
• Operating engineering experience with large electrical systems including BMS trending, off-normal operation, and transient analysis
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership and mentorship skills for guiding internal and external engineers
• Proficient in managing personal and professional commitments while working with teams in different time zones
• Strategic thinking with a structured, target-oriented approach
• Strong qualitative and analytical skills
• Ability to work in multinational, interdisciplinary and culturally diverse teams
• Passion for startup and ramp-up environments
• Passion for listening to stakeholders and customers with a world-class delivery and service mentality
• Acknowledged technical expert in a field of design and/or specification relevant to the data center sector
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design teams, preferably in a leading role
• Experience as design consultant, client engineer, operations engineer or contractor engineer
• International experience and outlook in both type of company and project experience
• Physical requirements: primarily sitting with some walking, standing and bending; able to hear and speak into a telephone; close visual work on a computer; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate keyboard, mouse and technical instruments; ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs; ability to climb ladders and work on raised platforms
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver's license

Nice to have

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Membership of a professional institution recognized as relevant to the data center sector
• Experience with hyperscale customers

Details

• Remote position, primarily remote, requiring reliable internet connection and electricity
• Travel up to 20% of the time, with some international travel likely
• Field work in mechanical and electrical infrastructure rooms, data floor spaces, and outdoor and roof-mounted equipment
• Occasional meetings outside typical regional business hours may be required to support a global business
• Base salary $160,000 - $235,000; eligible for annual bonus