Direct Data Center Architect - Bay Area

Position Profile

Eaton’s Global Data Center Segment is one of the company’s most dynamic and rapidly evolving businesses, playing a critical role in powering the digital world. With the rise of big data, edge computing and the cloud, data centers are under pressure to be more high‑performing, sustainable and cost‑effective than ever, without compromising resilience or security. At the same time, new opportunities and revenue streams require faster speed‑to‑market.

With our digital intelligence, world‑class cyber‑secure products and services, reliable, compatible solutions and engineering expertise, we help data centers realize real business benefits today while optimizing their operations for the future.

• Drive system‑level DC solutions:
  Champion system thinking in power architectures, developing unified direct current data center solutions.
• Architect grid‑to‑rack DC distribution:
  Lead the design of multi‑megawatt direct current power distribution systems in data centers, delivering end‑to‑end architectures from the medium‑voltage utility connection through to rack‑level power delivery.
• Innovate and integrate solutions:
  Work across multiple Eaton product lines and engineering disciplines (power conversion, energy storage, cooling, controls, etc.) to coordinate internal R&D efforts and drive innovation in direct current data center offerings.
• Gather customer requirements (VOC):
  Engage with leading data center customers (including hyperscale cloud providers, high‑density AI computing facilities, and edge data center operators) to capture their requirements and translate the voice of the customer into holistic DC power architecture designs.
• Tailor solutions to key subsegments:
  Leverage specialized knowledge in direct current applications to create customized data center power solutions for various subsegments, including hyperscale campuses, liquid‑cooled high‑performance computing environments, and modular edge data centers.
• Industry engagement:
  Represent Eaton’s DC architecture expertise in the industry by contributing to standards development and thought leadership. Stay current with emerging DC technologies and participate in relevant industry forums or standard committees to ensure Eaton’s offerings remain at the cutting edge of DC data center power.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline from an accredited institution, Master’s degree or PhD in science or engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of work experience in electrical power system design and analysis, including significant work on data center or other large‑scale critical power projects.
• Domain experience:
  Prior experience in designing or implementing direct current power architectures specifically for hyperscale cloud data centers.
• Professional credentials:
  Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering, and/or relevant industry certifications (e.g., data center design or power engineering certifications) preferred.
• Innovative track record:
  Evidence of contributing to innovative projects or R&D in power distribution (such as published patents, standards contributions, or involvement in industry groups like OCP or Current/OS initiatives) is valued.
• Regional knowledge:
  Understanding of the San Francisco Bay Area data center market and ecosystem – including familiarity with local industry trends and key technology companies, is a plus.

• Proven track record designing and implementing power distribution topologies for complex facilities at multi‑megawatt scales, with emphasis on direct current systems.
• Technical expertise:
  Deep technical knowledge of direct current electrical systems, including DC protection schemes, short‑circuit and fault current analysis, and DC fault isolation/mitigation strategies. Proficient in power system modeling and analysis tools (e.g., SKM Power
  * Tools, PSCAD, or similar) for DC applications.
• Systems & architecture skills:
  Demonstrated ability to apply system‑level thinking to power design, integrating components such as converters, switch gear, busways, energy storage, and controls into cohesive…