Location: Remote

About Switch

At Switch, we don’t just design, build and operate data centers—we are enabling the technology of the future. Led by Founder & CEO, Rob Roy, we believe in revolutionary innovation, operational excellence and the principle of karma. Switch is where talented people come together to EVOLVE the digital world.

We believe that innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people, culture, and purpose that make it happen. Every Switch team member contributes to a mission greater than themselves: to create the world’s most advanced digital infrastructure that powers the progress of humanity.

The Role: Senior Electrical Engineer

As a Senior Electrical Engineer at Switch, you will be part of a world-class team that operates in excellence, delivering mission-critical solutions that redefine what’s possible in AI, cloud and enterprise data center needs. Your work will directly impact the future of technology and the sustainable growth of the Internet.

In this position you will supervise our engineering consultants as they design our facilities to ensure they comply with our standards. You’ll help lead our standards and process development while qualifying the equipment we use. You will identify areas of opportunity in our designs and create mechanisms to ensure our future designs evolve. You will be part of a tight knit team, relied upon to independently finish tasks while providing support for team members. You will be working with other internal teams, external engineering consultants, equipment vendors and manufacturers, utilities, inspectors, and contractors.

What You’ll Do

• Write and present technical papers to customers, leadership, and peers.
• Act as a leader and solve problems while being willing to learn from others.
• Independently research new technologies and develop new solutions for data center electrical designs.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects designed by external consultants.
• Be a leader in the Hyperscale Data Center Design Engineering team, supporting the design and development of data center infrastructure.
• Author, review and issue RFP’s for external design consultants.
• Work with vendors and manufacturers to specify appropriate electrical equipment.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes in various jurisdictions.
• Lead the development and maintenance of the Hyperscale Basis of Design.
• Develop and maintain design standards and specification templates.
• Assess engineering calculation assumptions and evaluate engineering design options.
• Review campus utility and site layouts during master planning.
• Manage our external Design Consultants through all phases of projects.
• Collaborate with relevant Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and Utilities.
• Coordinate with internal and external MEP Engineers, Construction Managers, and other related disciplines.
• Identify and spearhead initiatives to improve cost, quality, schedule, and consistency across sites.
• Travel for site assessments, consultant selection activities, internal design meetings, construction review, interface with AHJs, design consultants, quantity surveyors, and building owners.

What We’re Looking For

• Innovators & Builders – You see challenges as opportunities and thrive in uncharted territories.
• High-Performance Thinkers – You have a relentless drive for excellence and a passion for pushing the envelope. You thrive in high impact environments where execution is key.
• Integrity-Driven Leaders – You operate with honor, responsibility, and purpose, recognizing that the energy you put out into the world will return to you.
• Tech Pioneers – You understand the power of technology to change the world and want to be at the forefront of that transformation.

What You’ll Bring

• Have demonstrated knowledge of building and site construction as related to electrical generation and distribution.
• Possess knowledge of electrical protection and control systems, grounding, diesel generators, uninterruptible power systems, and current battery technologies, as related to hyperscale data centers.
• Experience in the electrical design of large scale greenfield and brownfield data center facilities from conception through handoff.
• Be informed of industry design trends.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret electric codes and standards including NEC, NFPA, UL, ANSI, BICSI, as well as utility requirements.
• Prior experience and ability to navigate Bluebeam, SKM, ETap, Excel, SmartSheet, MS Office.
• 8+ years of design experience in the design of data center facilities and are a registered engineer.
• A willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time as required.

Why Switch?

• A Culture of Karma – We are self-motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward-thinking environment.
• Industry Leading Designs – Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a part of emerging technology development.
• Flexibility & Remote Opportunities – Whether in-office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the technology and support to keep teams connected and productive.
• Career Stability & Growth – In this expanding industry, we invest in our people, providing opportunities & advancement in a stable, growing company.
• Generous Benefits Package - Switch provides comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!

Join Us & Make a Difference

This is more than a job—it’s a mission. If you’re ready to be part of a culture that values innovation, karma, and limitless potential, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now and Let’s Build the Future Together.