Data Center Forensic Engineer

At Switch, we don’t just design, build and operate data centers—we are enabling the technology of the future. Led by Founder & CEO, Rob Roy, we believe in revolutionary innovation, operational excellence and the principle of karma. Switch is where talented people come together to EVOLVE the digital world.

We believe that innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people, culture, and purpose that make it happen. Every Switch team member contributes to a mission greater than themselves: to create the world’s most advanced digital infrastructure that powers the progress of humanity.

As a Data Center Forensic Engineer, you will investigate infrastructure failures and operational anomalies across Switch’s mission‑critical power, cooling, and controls systems. You are responsible for determining why events occur and ensuring corrective actions prevent recurrence. This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, and Incident Management to protect uptime and fleet reliability. Your work turns incidents into lasting improvements.

Lead forensic investigations into infrastructure incidents, equipment failures, and operational anomalies.

Reconstruct event timelines using logs, telemetry, protection records, and sequence of events data.

Perform structured root cause analysis using evidence-based methodologies.

Conduct technical assessments of electrical, mechanical, and controls system disruptions.

Perform site inspections and evaluate physical component condition when required.

Translate investigation findings into clear risk statements and corrective actions.

Partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure corrective actions are implemented and validated.

Identify recurring failure patterns across sites, equipment types, or configurations.

Develop clear forensic reports and present findings to technical and operational stakeholders.

Contribute to investigation standards, documentation templates, and knowledge sharing across the fleet.

You approach failures methodically and rely on evidence, not assumptions.

You communicate complex technical findings in clear, practical language.

You remain objective and disciplined under pressure.

You collaborate across teams to drive corrective action to completion.

You focus on prevention, not just explanation.

You maintain high standards for documentation and technical accuracy.

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

8+ years of experience in forensic engineering, root cause analysis, or mission‑critical infrastructure environments.

Strong understanding of electrical and/or mechanical system behavior and failure mechanisms.

Experience analyzing operational data, system logs, and technical evidence.

Experience conducting structured root cause investigations and documenting findings clearly.

Preferred

Experience supporting multi‑site or fleet-level investigations.

Familiarity with protection systems, controls platforms, and monitoring tools.

Experience working with operations teams, OEMs, or vendor engineering groups.

If you meet most of these qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

A Culture of Karma – We are self‑motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward‑thinking environment.

Industry Leading Designs – Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a part of emerging technology development.

Flexibility & Remote Opportunities – Whether in‑office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the technology and support to keep teams connected and productive.

Career Stability & Growth – In this expanding industry, we invest in our people, providing opportunities & advancement in a stable, growing company.

Generous Benefits Package - Switch provides comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!

This is more than a job—it’s a mission. If you’re ready to be part of a culture that values innovation, karma, and limitless potential, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now and Let’s Build the Future Together.