CyrusOne · 3 weeks ago
Critical Power Systems Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
7+ years expCyrusOne is a leading provider of data center services, and they are seeking a Critical Power Systems Specialist to lead power systems readiness for new data center capacity and ensure reliability for ongoing operations. The role involves commissioning oversight, site inspections, and cross-functional coordination to maintain electrical system integrity and improve operational efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Commissioning oversight: Validate power distribution, UPS, switchgear, grounding, and protection schemes; track and close defects and punch-list items discovered pre-commissioning and during commissioning
Develop and conduct commissioning for infrastructure projects that are executed at operational datacenters
Conduct operational procedure validation during post turnover pre customer load deployment phase
Support the development of a robust process to standardize mechanical turnover documentation, ensure storage in the designated repository, and verify operator training and readiness
Site inspections / audits: Conduct site physicals and infrastructure assessments focused on electrical system integrity; maintain a risk register and drive mitigation plans through to completion
Design-to-operations bridge: Document design changes throughout build, communicate impacts to the gaining operations team, and make sure readiness gaps are closed prior to turnover
Cross-functional coordination: Work with Design & Construction, Commissioning, Site Operations, and Reliability Engineering to align standards and continuously improve readiness playbooks
Provides continual evaluation of processes and procedures, responsible for suggesting methods to improve operation and efficiency of DC design and equipment
Qualification
Required
7+ years in mission-critical facilities (data centers, hospitals, pharma, etc.)
Deep knowledge of MV/LV distribution, UPS topologies, switchgear, protective relays, EPMS/SCADA, and grounding/bonding
Working fluency with NFPA 70/70E/110, IEEE, NETA ATS/MTS; strong LOTO and energized-work safety practices
Hands-on experience reviewing submittals, witnessing FAT/SAT/IST, drawing redlines, and closing punch lists
Excellent documentation discipline and stakeholder communication; ability to drive multi-site programs
Strong analytical skills
Experience and knowledge of testing and commissioning methodologies
Experience with CMMS, DCIM/EPMS/BMS integrations, and incident/RCA processes
Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent practical experience)
Preferred
PMP
NETA certification
PE
Company
CyrusOne
CyrusOne is a data center operator that offers colocation and peering services.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11.89BKey Investors
JANA PartnersTD Securities
2024-07-15Debt Financing· $687.1M
2024-07-09Debt Financing· $7.9B
2024-05-15Debt Financing· $1.18B
Leadership Team
Eric Schwartz
Chief Executive Officer
Owen Morris
Chief Financial Officer
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