Data Center Power Applications Engineer
Qualdoc Marietta, Ohio, United States · $100K/yr
Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting · 2-10 employees
About the role
The Applications Engineer will translate customer requirements into engineered electrical solutions for data centers and manage projects from design through field startup. They will also provide technical guidance to stakeholders, troubleshoot equipment, and conduct training sessions.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and possess at least 5 years of relevant experience in data center electrical infrastructure. Proficiency in AutoCAD and a strong understanding of power distribution systems and redundancy strategies are required.
Full description
Data Center Power Applications Engineer
Location: Marietta, OH Job Type: Direct Hire Starting Salary: $100,000/year (Higher compensation available based on experience)
Position Overview
Seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to support the design and application of electrical power solutions for data center environments. This position works with customers, consultants, contractors, sales, production, and engineering teams to develop solutions, resolve technical issues, and support projects from initial requirements through field startup.
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Key Responsibilities
- Translate customer requirements into engineered solutions for data center electrical systems.
- Work with Sales to develop proposals, submittal packages, drawings, and technical documentation.
- Coordinate order entry and track projects through production, installation, and field startup.
- Provide customers and consultants with technical guidance on power distribution and STS applications.
- Review electrical designs and compliance documentation for customer approval.
- Troubleshoot equipment and application issues during installation, commissioning, and operation.
- Conduct technical training and presentations for customers, consultants, and channel partners.
- Support product testing, application notes, and competitive evaluations for data center solutions.
- Collect customer feedback and communicate product improvement opportunities to Product Development and R&D teams.
- Travel to customer locations, job sites, and data center facilities approximately 25–35%.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of applications, field, and/or design engineering experience involving data center electrical infrastructure.
- 2+ years of AutoCAD drafting experience.
- Strong understanding of data center electrical architecture, including:
- UL 891 switchboards
- PDUs
- STSs
- Redundancy strategies such as N+1 and 2N
- Ability to read and interpret electrical one-lines, schematics, and specifications.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically as required.
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