Data Center Electrical Subject Matter Expert

About the role

The Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) serves as the primary technical authority for electrical power and control systems supporting mission-critical data center operations. Reporting to the Data Center Manager, this role ensures safe, reliable, and compliant operation of electrical infrastructure, including UPS systems, switchgear, low- and medium-voltage distribution, and control systems. The SME provides leadership in maintenance, troubleshooting, training, and documentation while driving alignment between Salute, client teams, and third-party vendors to ensure world-class reliability and performance across all electrical systems. This is an on-site position located in Afton, TX, with relocation assistance available.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the onsite technical resource for all electrical infrastructure systems and equipment, emphasizing practical field operation and safety.
• Lead or approve the development of SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs related to electrical systems and procedures.
• Support the design, testing, and maintenance of low- and medium-voltage power distribution, UPS, and battery systems.
• Oversee electrical troubleshooting, retrofits, and maintenance activities, ensuring strict adherence to change management and safety standards.
• Review and validate electrical system configurations, upgrades, and modifications for integrity and risk mitigation.
• Provide QA/QC oversight for construction, commissioning, and maintenance activities related to electrical systems.
• Plan and manage projects related to infrastructure improvement, capacity upgrades, and reliability optimization.
• Collaborate with mechanical and operations teams to ensure coordinated maintenance and fault response activities.
• Maintain compliance with applicable NFPA, NEC, OSHA, and IEEE standards, ensuring all work meets or exceeds regulatory and client requirements.
• Contribute to the ongoing electrical safety program, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and energized work protocols.
• Conduct or oversee site inspections, audits, and risk assessments, producing detailed reports and action plans.
• Analyze incident trends, perform root cause analysis, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and as-built documentation to ensure operational accuracy.
• Support design and QA/QC reviews for new or modified electrical systems, including load studies, fault coordination, and system protection analysis.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging electrical technologies or monitoring tools to improve uptime and energy efficiency.
• Provide training and mentorship to Critical Facilities Engineers (CFEs) and other operations staff on electrical safety, system operation, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain internal documentation and training materials for ongoing knowledge transfer.
• Collaborate with client representatives and internal Salute teams to align procedures, safety programs, and reporting structures.
• Participate in governance and performance meetings to review electrical system metrics and improvement initiatives.
• Partner with vendors, OEMs, and engineering teams to resolve complex electrical issues and ensure cohesive operational support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field required; equivalent trade or military experience may be considered.
• 7–10 years of experience with electrical systems design, maintenance, or operations in a mission-critical or industrial environment.
• Proven ability to perform hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance of switchgear, UPS, and distribution systems.
• Strong understanding of NFPA