DC Electrical Engineer V

Rackspace Technology

Electrical Engineer serving as Subject Matter Expert for mission-critical data center electrical systems at Rackspace. Responsible for design, technical oversight, capacity management, and innovation within the data center footprint.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $148,011 - $217,082 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical infrastructure management within data centers, focusing on critical power systems, compliance with electrical codes, and capacity planning. Proficient in electrical load calculations, design documentation, and operational readiness for mission-critical environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Infrastructure ManagementElectrical Load CalculationsNEC, NFPA, IEEE ComplianceAutoCAD and/or Visio ProficiencyMission-Critical Data Center Experience

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Hard Skills

Electrical Load CalculationsCapacity AnalysisElectrical Distribution ArchitectureElectrical Drawing PackagesCritical Power SystemsTroubleshooting Electrical IssuesRoot-Cause AnalysisInfrastructure Resiliency EvaluationElectrical Equipment SpecificationsConstruction Drawing Interpretation

Industry Keywords

Data Center EnvironmentElectrical Codes and RegulationsMission-Critical StandardsUtility InfrastructureSwitchgearUPS SystemsTransformersGrounding and Bonding SystemsBMS/DCIM SystemsOperational Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary technical authority for electrical infrastructure within the data center environment
Provide engineering leadership and subject matter expertise for critical electrical systems including utility infrastructure, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, transformers, PDUs, RPPs, Busway systems, grounding and bonding systems, and BMS/DCIM systems
Lead troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and resolution of electrical infrastructure issues
Manage electrical capacity planning for existing and future infrastructure growth
Perform electrical load calculations and power utilization analysis
Evaluate infrastructure resiliency, redundancy, and operational risk associated with capacity expansion initiatives, providing guidance and recommendations
Define critical electrical equipment specifications and make product recommendations
Develop and review electrical designs, modifications, and infrastructure improvements within operational data center environments
Review and approve electrical equipment submittals, technical documentation, and infrastructure standards
Support construction, installation, testing, commissioning, and turnover activities associated with electrical infrastructure projects
Partner with commissioning teams to validate installation, operation, and performance of electrical systems
Support maintenance planning and operational readiness activities for critical electrical infrastructure
Participate in incident response, infrastructure risk reviews, and operational reliability initiatives
Assist operations teams in troubleshooting equipment failures and anomalies
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local electrical codes and regulations
Maintain adherence to NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and mission-critical operational standards
Support development and continuous improvement of electrical engineering standards, procedures, and best practices within our data centers
Research and evaluate new technologies, equipment, and infrastructure solutions related to data center electrical systems
Lead technical decision-making regarding electrical equipment and infrastructure product selection
Support long-term infrastructure strategy focused on scalability, efficiency, resiliency, and operational excellence.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a US Citizen
10+ years of experience supporting mission-critical data centers environments
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field
Deep understanding of critical power systems and electrical distribution architecture
Advanced understanding of electrical drawing packages, equipment diagrams, and associated technical specifications
Experience with the operation and maintenance of mission-critical electrical infrastructure
Ability to perform electrical load calculations and capacity analysis
Deeply familiar with single and three phase systems, from incoming utility down to server input
Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable electrical/building codes
Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment
Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents
Proficient in AutoCAD and/or Visio.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives
Equity awards
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)