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NetSuite · 1 day ago

Architect, Data Center Power and Generation Systems

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

NetSuite is a leading cloud solutions provider, and they are seeking an Architect to define the power systems architecture that supports the company’s growth and performance. The role involves shaping energy infrastructure design and operations at a global scale while providing technical leadership without direct management responsibilities.

Cloud ComputingComputerCRMiOSSaaSSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Define and maintain global reference architectures for HV/MV/LV distribution, AIS/GIS substations, grounding, protective relaying, and microgrid/EMS systems

Develop enterprise-wide utility interconnection philosophies—including transmission and distribution interconnects, islanding, and regulatory alignment

Establish standards for generators, switchgear, UPS topologies, and BESS integration that ensure reliability (N+1/2N) and consistency across regions

Own the energy systems technology roadmap, identifying and evaluating emerging technologies for adoption at scale

Lead technical engagements with utilities and regulatory entities regarding interconnection, capacity, compliance, and planning

Oversee and validate complex power system modeling (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, harmonics, stability) supporting global infrastructure decisions

Develop strategies for demand response, curtailable load, peak-shaving, and grid-support functions while ensuring uninterrupted operations

Architect onsite generation systems (gas turbines, reciprocating engines) including fuel systems, emissions controls, and heat recovery integration

Define architectures and deployment standards for BESS supporting resiliency, economic optimization, and grid-support capabilities (ride-through, FFR, spinning reserve, black start)

Develop control sequences and microgrid philosophies for seamless transitions between grid-connected and islanded operation

Provide senior technical guidance from concept through commissioning (L1–L5), ensuring design intent is consistently executed

Review and approve one-line diagrams, protection schemes, SCADA/EMS architectures, and major equipment specifications

Partner with project management, construction, commissioning, operations, and risk teams to align on design decisions affecting performance and scalability

Set enterprise performance targets for power system reliability, availability, efficiency, and total cost of ownership

Lead technical analysis for topology optimization, loss reduction, demand-charge mitigation, and long-range capacity planning

Develop frameworks for data-driven operational monitoring and continuous improvement

Drive technical leadership in RFIs/RFPs and OEM/EPC qualification, selection, and long-term partnership strategies

Represent the company in industry forums and standards bodies, influencing regulations and advancing best practices

Maintain deep market and technology awareness to guide future-state infrastructure decisions

Qualification

Power systems engineeringUtility interconnectionOnsite generationBESSMicrogridsHV/MV/LV systemsProtection systemsPower system studiesData centersPE licenseElectrical EngineeringInfluencing executivesCross-functional leadership

Required

15+ years of advanced experience in power systems engineering, utility interconnection, onsite generation, BESS, microgrids, or mission-critical electrical infrastructure

Expert-level knowledge of HV/MV/LV systems, protection, substations, and power system studies

Demonstrated success influencing senior executives, cross-functional engineering, construction, and operations teams in a highly complex environment

Proven ability to drive enterprise-level outcomes as a senior executive level individual contributor

BS or MS degree or equivalent experience relevant to functional area

10 more years of software engineering or related experience