Electrical & Capacity Design Engineer

Digital Realty

Electrical & Mechanical Engineer supporting design and capacity of data center projects at Digital Realty. Collaborating across teams to implement infrastructure solutions in critical environments.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AirflowFlashPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the design and deployment of AC and DC power distribution systems and HVAC upgrades, working with MEP design engineering firms.
Support integration of new systems with existing infrastructure in live data center environments.
Review Electrical Engineering Construction Packages and Method of Procedures (MOPs) working with local operation team and construction team.
Review short circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies; provide recommendations to improve electrical safety, reliability, and compliance.
Participate in commissioning and turn-up of new electrical and mechanical systems.
Review the existing mechanical and electrical capacity and brainstorm design options to densify and enhance capacity in the new design.
Ensure timely infrastructure scaling to meet operational and customer requirements.
Working knowledge of CFD modeling to evaluate airflow and thermal performance and recommend design enhancements that improve cooling capacity and operational efficiency.
Maintain documentation for commercial power, generator, UPS, and DC power systems.
Review, understand, and implement design engineering guidelines during project execution.
Support energy efficiency initiatives and track cost avoidance metrics.
Collect and validate data from energy-related systems (e.g., BMS, EMS).
Collaborate with IT teams to enhance reporting tools and dashboards.
Work closely with space design engineers, operations leadership, product teams, and the asset management team to align infrastructure upgrades with business goals and customer requirements.
Lead and coordinate cross-functional planning and execution of brownfield projects, ensuring seamless integration, timely delivery, and adherence to scope, budget, and schedule.
Develop and manage project plans, risk assessments, and stakeholder communications throughout the project lifecycle.
Travel to field sites for audits, inspections, and technical support.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (required).
Minimum 5 years of experience in data center or mission-critical environments.
Strong understanding of AC/DC power systems, HVAC infrastructure, and energy management.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, SKM Power Tool (or similar), CFD tools, Microsoft Office Suite.
LEED Certification is a plus.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent experience in managing complex engineering projects is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize tasks, and drive results across cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, 24x7 operational environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
life and AD&D insurance
401k match
disability benefits
wellness and education benefits
employee stock purchase plan
paid time off
holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

AC power systemsDC power systemsHVAC infrastructureenergy managementCFD modelingshort circuit studiescoordination studiesarc flash studiesproject managementrisk assessments

Soft Skills

communicationorganizationalproblem-solvingcollaborationprioritizationindependenceleadershipcross-functional coordinationtime managementresults-driven

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringLEED CertificationProject Management Professional (PMP)