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: Director of Energy Planning
As a Director Energy Planning 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 role you will provide analytical support for projects and initiatives that help shape Switch’s corporate strategy around long-term power supply and sustainability plans. The work will focus heavily on quantitative analysis, infrastructure buildout and researching the feasibility and potential of new energy technologies in the energy space. Your position will work cross departmentally to build new tools, reports, and dashboards that allow for greater visibility into load forecast processes and power supply activities.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide detailed reporting of ongoing power supply and sustainability activity, market data, trends and related topics.
- Build and automate financial reports, performing deep-dive analysis into performance metrics, and providing strategic recommendations to improve financial outcomes.
- Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports that provide insights into financial results, trends, and key metrics.
- Monitor power price data in existing and new campus locations and track industry news and events that could impact power markets.
- Work with cross departmental teams to create load forecasts for new and existing locations and develop tracking mechanisms and tools to continually monitor and refine load forecasts to support power supply activities.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to help develop transmission and distribution plans for new locations.
- Review and summarize utility tariffs in existing and new locations.
- Perform ad-hoc analysis as needed to support business units with financial data and insights.
- Research the cost effectiveness and potential of new technologies for supply and demand-side energy resources.
- As the role evolves over time, you will interact with market participants including utilities, energy retailers, trade associations, C&I buyers, and others, in market outreach, relationship development, and assess and provide solutions to serve buyers' interest.
- Identify and develop innovative cost savings projects (capital and operational) and initiatives related to energy infrastructure and supply.
- Support and manage multiple technically complex power projects across multiple states by facilitating close collaboration between internal and external stakeholders.
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
- A minimum of five years related work experience with a deep understanding of the energy sector and electric utility planning processes is a must.
- In-depth market knowledge of energy sector and electric utility planning processes.
- Exceptional data management skills with a proven ability to work with large datasets and extract actionable insights.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Power BI is a must and additional experience in at least one programming language is preferred.
- Excellent analytical, time management, communication, decision making, presentation, and organization skills with the ability to resolve problems in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to innovate, get creative and drive business teams to expediently develop executable projects.
- A history of collaboration, problem solving and communication that drives overall team success
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.