Lead Power Systems Engineer, Data Centers

Our CompanyWelcome to Energy Vault® (NYSE:NRGV), a global energy storage and power infrastructure company focused on owning, operating, and enabling resilient, dispatchable energy assets. Energy Vault’s focus is to deliver reliable, flexible power that supports the evolving needs of modern grids, communities, and large energy users. Since 2024, the Company has centered its strategy on an Independent Power Producer (IPP) model, developing, building, owning, and operating critical energy assets around the world. Energy Vault operates globally, with headquarters in Westlake Village, California and Lugano, Switzerland, and regional development across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The Company partners with utilities, grid operators, and large energy consumers to deliver infrastructure that strengthens grid reliability, enables renewable integration, and supports long-term energy security. By combining asset ownership with advanced technologies and integration expertise, Energy Vault is building the next generation of critical energy infrastructure, delivering dependable power when and where it matters most. Learn more at www.energyvault.com, explore recent updates in our Newsroom, and connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, Vimeo, or YouTube. Our Values We Commit: To Building a Better Future for Earth and All Its Beings.We Innovate: Cutting Edge Solutions to Accelerate the Unique Energy Aspirations of Our Clients.We Connect: To Build Genuine Relationships.We Deliver: Going Above & Beyond by Being Fast & Nimble.We Lead: With Authenticity and Purpose.
Your Impact as a Lead Power Systems Engineer, Data Centers:The Power Systems Engineer for Data Centers is responsible for leading the design of power architecture from grid todata center load, with individual site loads of approximately 50MW. This role owns the design, reliability philosophy, and technical integration of utility interconnections, high-reliability substations, medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, and on-site and co-located generation assets.The role ensures that data center power infrastructure meets stringent availability, resiliency, and safety requirements, with possible integration of distributed energy resources (DERs) such as photovoltaic generation, gas turbines, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Your Mission:

Identify relevant design criteria for high availability power system supplying data centers.

Define and own the overall power system architecture for data centers from utility point of interconnection through IT load.

Design high-reliability substations aligned with Tier III / Tier IV reliability standards for up to 50MW data centers.

Lead failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), short-circuit studies, coordination studies, and reliability assessments.

Ensure systems are designed for maintainability without downtime, including concurrent maintenance strategies.

Support black-start, islanded operation, and degraded-mode operating scenarios where applicable.

Design on-site or co-located generation, including: diesel or gas turbine generators; Battery energy storage systems (BESS); Co-located or on-site photovoltaic (PV) systems.

Define control strategies for dispatch, load-shedding, islanding, resynchronization, and grid interaction.

Coordinate integration of DERs with UPS systems, static switches, and data hall distribution.

Lead technical engagement with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and interconnection authorities.

Support interconnection studies, protection coordination with utility systems, and compliance with grid requirements.

Interface with EPCs, OEMs, and equipment suppliers to ensure design intent is preserved through execution.

Establish and maintain design standards, reference architectures, and technical guidelines across multiple sites or regions.

Provide technical oversight during design reviews, FATs, SATs, commissioning, and energization.

Support operational teams with troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and system upgrades over the asset lifecycle.

Work cross-functionally with engineering, legal, commercial, and executive teams to align project goals.

Your Background:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Power Systems engineering, Master’s preferred.

8+ years of experience in power system design for mission-critical, industrial, utility-scale, or data center environments.

3+ years of BESS or PV project experience, preferred.

Experience with grid-interactive or grid-forming power systems, preferred.

Familiarity with sustainability-driven power strategies (e.g., low-carbon generation, energy optimization), preferred.

Familiarity in permitting processes with local authorities, preferred.

Strong expertise in: high-reliability substations and MV/LV distribution; protection and control systems; generator and UPS systems; DER and microgrid architectures.

Proficiency with power system analysis tools (e.g., load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, arc-flash).

Deep understanding of electrical codes, standards, and best practices applicable to data centers.

Ability to operate as a technical authority across disciplines and stakeholders.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive, engineering, and external audiences.

Comfortable balancing reliability, cost, constructability, and scalability trade-offs.

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, up to 25%

Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, rapid growth environments.

A passion for sustainability, our mission, and our vision is a bonus!

Benefits of Powering the Future with Energy Vault:

Annual bonus plan.

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

401K employer matching.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and family.

Flexible Spending Account.

Company-paid Life insurance, Short- and Long-term disability insurance.

8-weeks for Paternity leave.

Generous holiday allowance.

Flexible time off plus sick leave.

Reimbursement for home office equipment, phone, and internet expenses.

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