Our thirst for technology is a part of everything we do. The Data Center Engineering team takes the physical design of our data centers into the future. Our lab mirrors a research and development department -- cutting-edge strategies are born, tested and tested again. Along with a team of great minds, you take on complex topics like how we use power or how to run state-of-the-art, environmentally-friendly facilities. You're a visionary who optimizes for efficiencies and never stops seeking improvements -- even small changes that can make a huge impact. You generate ideas, communicate recommendations to senior-level executives and drive implementation alongside facilities technicians.
With your technical expertise, you ensure compliance with codes and standards, develop infrastructure improvements and serve as an expert in your specialty (e.g., cooling, electrical).
As the Data Center Electrical Engineer you will be involved in the development of complex electrical infrastructure from site assessments and concept design to greenfield construction and major modifications of existing infrastructures on global capital projects. You will prepare documentation including Statements of Work (
SOW), Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, concept designs, drawing markups, budgets, schedules, factory test documents, final commissioning reports, and the review of as-builts and submittals.Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $171,000-$248,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about
benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with core teams to understand and develop data center electrical designs, from Basis of Design (BOD) to Issue for Construction (IFC), for new data center projects and infrastructure upgrades.
- Manage all power system issues throughout the project lifecycle, including concept design, detailed design, procurement, bidding, manufacturing, delivery, and site installation.
- Generate scopes of work for equipment portions of major infrastructure upgrades and update internal design specifications, drawings, and standards with lessons learned to ensure continuous improvement.
- Interface closely with global commodities, manufacturers, and cross-functional engineering teams to deliver electrical solutions, ensure vendor QA/QC, and achieve successful product delivery per internal and external standards.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 10 years of experience with mission-critical facility infrastructure.
- 10 years of experience in the bidding, design, operation, and commissioning of electrical distribution systems from MV to branch circuits.
- 5 years of experience with electrical design, construction, or maintenance of commercial or industrial facilities.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
- Experience with automation and control systems (e.g., SCADA, BMS).
- Proficiency in software packages for the design and analysis of electrical power systems (e.g., ETAP, SKM).
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following:
Reston, VA, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Boulder, CO, USA; Papillion, NE, USA; Kirkland, WA, USA; New York, NY, USA; Seattle, WA, USA; Sunnyvale, CA, USA.
The application window will be open until at least June 2, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.
In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year