Scale Microgrids · 3 months ago
Data Center, Sr Project Engineer
Santa Monica, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expScale Microgrid Solutions is a fully integrated distributed energy platform focused on designing and implementing innovative clean energy solutions. The Senior Project Engineer will oversee the design and engineering of power distribution systems for data centers, ensuring the integration of microgrid technology and delivering efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions.
Clean EnergyEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Design and engineer power distribution systems for new data centers and retrofits, including electrical layouts, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems, generators, PV, and BESS
Utilize your strong technical and communication skills to interface with all aspects of the business and customers
Work extensively with our execution (project management) team to deliver turn-key solutions for our customers within budget and per schedule
Perform load analysis, short-circuit studies, and reliability assessments to ensure optimal performance of electrical systems
Develop detailed power system specifications, schematics, and diagrams for data center projects
Optimize power system designs for maximum efficiency, scalability, and sustainability while minimizing operational costs
Conduct risk assessments and reliability studies to identify potential points of failure and implement corrective actions to enhance system robustness
Develop and implement maintenance strategies and lifecycle management plans for power systems
Work with the development, execution, and commercial teams on specific projects to ensure the integration of the Microgrid is technically correct, practical, and cost-effective
Investigate the interconnection, which includes modifications to existing design concepts that are applicable to each site
Work with switchgear manufacturers and other OEMs to develop innovative designs and costing that are scalable to many jobs and customer sites
Provide significant input to the solar, battery, and generator designs to optimize performance, reliability, and sustainability for each customer site
Manage engineering consultants in the preparation of detailed engineering and construction drawings and specifications
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 10+ years of experience in the design and construction of power/generation/renewable projects with a focus on data centers and/or other types of mission-critical facilities
Thorough technical understanding of distributed energy technologies, including some combination of solar, battery, and reciprocating engines/turbines
Deep understanding of rotating power with reciprocating engines in the 1MW to 20MW size range per engine. This includes parallel operation with the utility bus as well as with other DERs, both in grid parallel mode as well as island mode operations
In-depth knowledge of power distribution systems, electrical codes, and industry standards (NEC, IEEE, IEC, etc.)
Knowledge of the various DER power sources within the Microgrid and how they best interface with the utility to provide the most efficient system
Knowledge of emissions from the utility side, as well as each of the DERs
Knowledge of systems controls for all of the DERs and how they can be utilized to accomplish specific operating goals while part of the Microgrid. These goals provide economic return to us and the customer
Experience in submitting interconnection applications, reviewing Utility studies which may include Detailed Studies, Facility Studies, and System Impact Studies
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical people to make projects work
AutoCAD experience (for creating conceptual one-line diagrams and site layouts)
Professional Engineer's License - Electrical
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (with a focus on power) or a related field (Master's preferred)
Benefits
Medical benefits
Paid vacation and holidays
401K matching
Company
Scale Microgrids
Scale Microgrids is a distributed clean energy and microgrid platform.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$950MKey Investors
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2025-06-12Debt Financing· $275M
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