Lambda · 2 months ago
Data Center Electrical Automation Engineer
San Francisco Office
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$154K/yr - $231K/yr
4+ years expLambda, The Superintelligence Cloud, builds Gigawatt-scale AI Factories for Training and Inference. They are seeking an Electrical Automation Engineer to design and develop the automation layer for advanced data center electrical systems, bridging traditional electrical engineering with modern control and telemetry.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingGPUMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Power Systems Analysis (15%) – Perform load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and relay coordination studies on existing sites. Review relay database (.rdb) logic and validate system protection schemes
Automation & Controls Development (20%) – Develop and implement automation frameworks for power capping, oversubscription, and real-time electrical control. Collaborate with software and operations teams on DCIM integration
New Product Introduction (20%) – Support design and layout of emerging electrical systems and switchgear; integrate automation and control logic into new data center prototypes
Delivery & Commissioning (15%) – Participate in co-location delivery reviews, site visits, one-line verification, and field striping plan validation
Hardware Innovation (15%) – Apply PCB design, 3D printing, and embedded programming experience to prototype intelligent hardware modules supporting electrical automation and BMS interfaces
Professional Development (15%) – Broaden your technical range through structured mentorship, expanding into advanced EE domains and next-generation electrical infrastructure
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience
4–6 years of experience in electrical engineering, including power system analysis, relay coordination, and protection logic
Experience with SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower for electrical modeling and study execution
Programming proficiency in Python, C, and 6502 Assembly
Familiarity with KiCad, LTSpice, MATLAB, LabView, Fusion 360, and modern prototyping tools
Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, DC supplies, logic analyzers, and LCR meters
Strong problem-solving and design instincts — able to translate theory into working systems
Curiosity for automation, solid-state power systems, and integrated data center control environments
Completion of or progress towards a Professional Engineering certification
Preferred
Familiarity with 800VDC and Solid-State Transformer (SST) technologies
Experience in BMS/controls integration or IoT-based electrical telemetry
PCB fabrication or hardware prototyping experience
Experience with PLC Industrial Automation languages such as Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text, etc
Prior work with EPCs, contractors, or consulting firms (e.g., Vertiv, Rosendin)
Understanding of UL891 vs UL1558 vs ANSI/IEEE CS37.20.7 standards/applications
Interest in AI infrastructure design, DCIM development, or energy automation
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
Wellness and Commuter stipends for select roles
401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)
Flexible Paid Time Off Plan that we all actually use
Company
Lambda
Lambda is a cloud-based platform that provides high-performance GPU hardware and cloud infrastructure for AI model training and inference.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.19BKey Investors
TWG GlobalJP MorganMacquarie Group
2025-11-18Series E· $1.5B
2025-08-19Debt Financing· $275M
2025-02-19Series D· $480M
Leadership Team
Stephen Balaban
Co-founder, CEO
Michael Balaban
Co-Founder / CTO
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