Sr. Project Development Engineer, Data Center Power Systems, Tesla Energy
Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 3 mo ago
On-siteManagement$100k–$408k/yrFull-time
What You'll Do
- Develop Preliminary MV Distribution Concepts
- Create high-level one-line diagrams for data center electrical systems
- Establish the backbone architecture for mission-critical power delivery
- Plan and validate N+1, 2N, and other redundancy configurations
- Ensure 99.999% uptime targets are achievable within project constraints
- Integrate Renewables & Energy Storage
- Develop hybrid PV/BESS tie-in options at the MV level
- Optimize for grid independence, cost savings, and sustainability goals
- Power Density Planning
- Estimate power density requirements and develop scalable electrical distribution strategies
- Accommodate current and future rack-level loads
- UPS & Generator Coordination
- Design preliminary integration schemes for uninterruptible power supplies and backup generation systems
- Ensure seamless power continuity
- Preliminary Analysis & Modeling
- Utilize ETAP, EasyPower, or similar tools to perform load flow studies, short-circuit analysis, and arc flash assessments
- Grid Integration Studies
- Evaluate utility interconnection requirements
- Renewable energy integration feasibility
- Preliminary protection coordination schemes
- Support Proposal Development
- Partner with business development and sales teams
- Create technically sound, cost-effective power supply solutions
- Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with mechanical, civil, controls, and software engineering teams
- Prepare design and technical specifications for deployment
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in pre-construction or early-stage project development for mission-critical facilities
- Strong knowledge of NEC (National Electrical Code), IEEE standards (IEEE 1547, 3002, 493, etc.), and industry best practices for mission-critical electrical systems including Uptime Institute Tier Classifications
- Proficiency with electrical analysis software such as ETAP, EasyPower, SKM PowerTools, or equivalent for preliminary power system studies
- Experience designing conceptual redundancy architectures (N+1, 2N, 2(N+1), distributed redundant configurations)
- Working understanding of MV switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, and generator configurations for data center applications
- Experience with grid interconnection studies and preliminary renewable energy integration (PV, BESS, or hybrid systems)
- Excellent technical communication skills to present complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders and customers
- Proven ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with competing priorities
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical plans
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Other financial benefits
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution
- Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Paid Holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Tesla Babies program
- Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$100,000 - $408,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits