Electrical Field Engineer Data Center

Job Description

Crusoe’s mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We’re crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI — without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.

Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you’ll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About the Role:

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.

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

• 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 templating

• Support all levels 1-5 of commissioning activities in partnership with Crusoe’s Cx team, reviewing commissioning documents for technical accuracy and completeness.

• 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.

Bonus Points

• Professional Engineer (PE) License or EIT certification.

• Direct experience overseeing the installation of high-density racks and their accompanying electrical infrastructure.

• Mega Project construction experience in data centers, oil and gas, or similar

• Certifications such as PMP, OSHA 30, or equivalent safety credentials.

Benefits:

• Industry competitive pay

• Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company

• Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

• Employer contributions to HSA accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Teladoc

• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

• Cell phone reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Subscription to the Calm app

• MetLife Legal

• Company paid commuter benefit; $300/month

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of $168,000 - $192,000 + 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.