Electrical Field Engineer - Data Center
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Role Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Field Engineer to act as the primary technical bridge between design teams and on-site construction partners.
This role focuses on the construction phase of Crusoe’s data center campus projects until Operational handover.
You will ensure that large-scale power distribution systems are installed safely, accurately, and efficiently to meet the demands of AI workloads.
This position requires an electrical professional with a strong mix of electrical construction and design methodologies, power distribution equipment installation and commissioning, and a strong background in construction and/or operational environments and expectations.
The role is remote by design, with a minimum travel expectation of 50% - there may come times when this travel expectation is exceeded during critical construction phases.
Most travel will be to the construction site that the Electrical Field Engineer is assigned to support.
Additionally, the role will be 24/7 on call support to their assigned campus for emergencies that arise.
Preferred remote locations - TX, AZ, CO, LA, MO, UT, NV for travel ease to job sites What You'll Be Working On:
Support the on-site installation, quality assurance, functional checkout, testing, and commissioning of critical electrical infrastructure - including medium/low voltage switchgear, power transformers, switchboards, protection and control, UPS systems, and electrical equipment internal to the data center.
Monitor the deployment of advanced power backup and conditioning systems, including medium voltage UPS, backup generators, and BESS.
Support and direct involvement in substation protection system management
Technical support for RFI process
Technical support for temporary power and electrical switching
Track construction progress against project milestones and ensure adherence to Basis of Design and engineering specifications - without compromising speed.
Support rapid resolution of RFIs (Requests for Information) and Field Engineering Directives (FEDs) between the contractors and the internal design team.
Own critical lessons learned and field service bulletins that have design ramifications, so that they can be carried back into specs and templating
Support all levels 1-5 of commissioning activities in partnership with Crusoe’s Cx team, reviewing commissioning documents for technical accuracy and assurance of design intent met
Be an electrical safety champion in partnership with Crusoe’s construction partners
What You'll Bring to the Team:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in mission-critical environments supporting construction and/or operations.
• Deep practical understanding of electrical power distribution equipment assembly and installation.
• Hands-on experience with on site construction and partnering with third-party general contractors and electrical subcontractors.
• Strong project management skills to assist in monitoring schedules, spotting bottlenecks, and driving on time completion in a technical position
• Ability to troubleshoot complex field installation issues and implement practical, code-compliant solutions on the fly.
• Flexibility to travel frequently or reside near assigned project site - minimum of 50% of time on site.
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Benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- Restricted Stock Units
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
- Employer contributions to HSA account
- Paid parental leave
- Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Professional development & tuition reimbursement
- Mental health & wellness support
- Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
- Cell phone stipend
- 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
- Volunteer time off
- Compensation Range Compensation will be paid in the range of $196,000 - $235,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
- Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
About Crusoe
Crusoe develops vertically integrated infrastructure for artificial intelligence, combining large-scale energy resources, AI-optimized data centers, and a cloud platform. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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