Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Data Centers

Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Data Centers
Cheyenne, Wyoming
Project Management
20670
Data Centers
Job Description
Responsibilities The Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) serves as the technical authority for the electrical infrastructure within our hyperscale data center environments. This role is operations focused but also bridges design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring mission-critical power systems are reliable, scalable, and compliant with internal and external standards. The eSME will act as both a hands-on field expert and strategic advisor, supporting day-to-day operations while influencing long-term electrical design, maintenance strategies, and system improvements across the platform. Technical Ownership & Operations Serve as the onsite technical authority for electrical infrastructure systems, with deep engagement in real-time operations and field conditions
Oversee and support LV/MV power distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear, protection & control systems
Ensure maximum uptime, resiliency, and safe operation of mission-critical electrical systems
Lead or support hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities Procedures, Safety & Reliability Develop, review, and approve SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs for electrical systems
Contribute to and enforce site electrical safety programs, including risk mitigation and compliance
Support root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective/preventative actions
Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, OSHA, and internal standards Design, Integration & Commissioning Provide technical oversight from basis of design (BOD) through commissioning and operations
Review electrical designs, studies, and submittals (load flow, short circuit, arcflash)
Support QA/QC of construction and retrofit projects
Oversee system modifications and upgrades, ensuring adherence to change management processes
Participate in commissioning, testing, and factory witness activities Continuous Improvement & Strategy Provide feedback on global electrical design standards and maintenance strategies
Drive improvements in reliability, scalability, and energy efficiency
Capture lessons learned and standardize best practices across sites
Support long-term planning for capacity, upgrades, and system evolutionCollaborate with global teams to standardize controls strategies and architectures across the fleet Program & Stakeholder Leadership Collaborate across operations, development, engineering, construction, and global teams
Act as a key interface with vendors, OEMs, contractors, and service providers
Manage vendor performance for electrical maintenance and project execution
Provide training and mentorship to engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 10+ years of electrical industry experience (data center, mission-critical, utility, or industrial environments) Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or trade certification with relevant experience Strong practical and theoretical knowledge of:
Power distribution systems (LV/MV) UPS and battery systems Electrical protection and control systems Maintenance, troubleshooting, and testing practices
Experience with procedure-based operations in critical environments
Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and specifications10+ years of experience in controls, automation, or building systems engineering Preferred Qualifications Experience in hyperscale or colocation data center environments
NETA, NICET, or equivalent electrical testing certifications Experience with high-voltage systems (up to 345kV) ground in commissioning, field service engineering, or OEM support Experience with instrumentation & controls, automation, and protection systems Professional Engineer (PE) license Key Competencies Deep technical expertise with hands-on problem-solving ability
Ability to operate across operations, construction, and design environments
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail in risk mitigation and uptime-critical systems
Ability to thrive in fast-paced hyperscale deployment environments Travel Requirements Initial onboarding may require additional travel about 30-40% of the time (1-3 months) Ongoing travel approximately 10-15%, including factory witness testing, site support, and collaboration #RelatedDigital #LI-RB1 #Onsite