Microsoft · 1 day ago
Senior Electrical Engineer
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $235K/yr
5+ years expMicrosoft is a leading technology company that specializes in cloud operations and innovation. The Senior Electrical Engineer will provide key input to various stakeholders, manage complex electrical systems for datacenters, and ensure compliance with Microsoft standards.
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Responsibilities
Managing, reviewing, and coordinating the delivery of complex data center electrical systems, power distribution systems, and backup power systems
Ensuring consultants adhere to Microsoft standards and perform technical reviews and analysis of leased and colocation data centers from external providers for compliance with Microsoft requirements
Reviewing Electrical design infrastructure for Lease DC project buildouts, special projects, and retrofit upgrades, addressing any issues during construction
Assessing existing facilities to ensure compliance with Microsoft standards
Collaborating with the Global Electrical Team to understand and develop the data center (DC) electrical designs from Basis of Design (BOD) to Issue for Construction (IFC) for new DC project build-outs
Leading & guiding and overseeing consultants in designing and coordinating electrical systems with other disciplines, as well as managing associated power requirements and overall electrical topology for our data center projects
Leading electrical workgroups with representatives from consulting firms and key stakeholders within Microsoft
Overseeing all power system designs throughout the design phases, equipment procurement, bidding, manufacturing, delivery, and on-site installation
Addressing and resolving issues raised by construction teams and stakeholders
Collaborating extensively with the procurement team, manufacturers, as well as global and local engineering teams to provide the necessary electrical solutions for each project
Accountable for developing specifications and drawings, detailing the sequence of operations for electrical systems, as well as creating comprehensive drawings and specifications for our electrical topology
Assisting the Operations team in troubleshooting electrical failures and collaborating with operations personnel and equipment vendors to resolve issues
Working on retrofits and upgrades of existing facilities
Partnering directly with cross organizational teams such as engineering design teams, delivery teams, operations teams, contractors and suppliers
Being highly organized and able to oversee concurrent projects and focus under pressure
Structured thinking and logic with very proficient analytical skills
Proficient customer service focus, with the ability to communicate with highly technical management teams
Creative approach to problem solving and ability to think out of the box
Providing remote site support for construction teams
Providing guidance to staff augmentation teams (which includes A/Es and A/E Consultants)
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role
Preferred
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience
Registered Professional Engineer in Electrical Engineering
Minimum 3 years' experience as a lead engineer with design, construction, operation or maintenance of large scale and complex electrical engineering systems (Data Centers, Micro Electronics are two examples of relevant industries)
Candidate must possess strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and maintain high quality standards
Detailed understanding of uninterruptible power sources, diesel generators, electrical switchgear, power distribution units, and automatic/static transfer switches
Detailed understanding of relays, protection schemes, high-voltage distribution system, power and distribution transformers, earthing and switching
Advanced knowledge of building codes and regulations
Experience in designing, operating, and commissioning electrical distribution systems, from high voltage (HV) to branch circuits
Ability to lead a team of engineers in advanced engineering and operational processes and procedures as they relate to large data center environments
Ability to perform complex business case analysis to justify technical decisions
Experience with power system analysis and engineering software packages
Familiarity with ground-up construction, greenfield and brownfield site development requirements
Action-oriented with a passion for getting things done quickly, efficiently, and effectively
Ability to balance varying responsibilities that span rhythm of business, communications, executive management, and culture
Experience with using Bluebeam Revu and associated products
Subject area knowledge with AutoCAD, and 3D BIM programs such as AutoCAD or Revit
Company
Microsoft
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