Design Principal, Global Engineering Development (Electrical)

TL;DR

Design Principal, Global Engineering Development (Electrical): Shaping the global electrical design strategy for mission-critical data center infrastructure with an accent on standardization, resilience, and cost optimization. Focus on evolving global reference designs, integrating emerging technologies, and coordinating multidisciplinary stakeholders.

Location: Remote (Must be based in Canada)

What you will do

• Lead the global electrical engineering direction for reference data center designs to ensure operational resilience and cost efficiency.
• Own and evolve global electrical reference designs, including equipment selection, configuration standards, and design methodologies.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and innovations into design roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership to regional design teams for the implementation of standardized design packages.
• Collaborate with procurement and operations teams on equipment selection, lifecycle planning, and cost optimization.
• Manage external consultants and design partners to ensure high-quality delivery of design packages.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in electrical design within data centers or mission-critical infrastructure environments.
• Strong expertise in LV switchgear, UPS systems, and power distribution architectures.
• Experience working with global or multi-regional engineering standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Background in MEP design coordination and multidisciplinary engineering delivery.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Must be based in Canada.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus and potential equity participation.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and wellbeing coverage for employees and families.
• Retirement savings plans and financial security programs.
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible leave policies.
• Hybrid/remote flexibility depending on location and project needs.
• Learning, development, and global mobility opportunities.