Aveva

Senior Power Engineer - Data Center Electrical Systems

Aveva$82K — $137K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in data center electrical systems
  • Strong understanding of power distribution and redundancy schemes
  • Experience collaborating with software and product development teams
  • Ability to communicate complex electrical concepts clearly
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required; Master's degree preferred

Responsibilities

  • Act as the technical authority on data center electrical systems
  • Define electrical requirements and use cases for applications
  • Collaborate with software engineers on functional application features
  • Review designs and calculations for technical accuracy
  • Support customers and internal teams with expertise

Benefits

  • Inclusive workplace environment promoting employee dignity and respect
  • Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity
  • Opportunity to work on innovative software solutions
  • Collaboration with a curious and technically excellent team
  • Chance to be part of the energy transition towards a sustainable future
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Staff Engineer - Data Center Electrical Systems

Location: Irvine, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

The job

We are seeking a Senior Staff Engineer with strong data center electrical experience to join our product development and services organization. You will work closely with software engineers, architects, and domain experts to design and build applications that support data center customers worldwide. This role blends deep electrical engineering expertise with product thinking, helping translate real-world data center challenges into scalable, high-impact software solutions. You'll join a collaborative, curious team that values technical excellence, trust, and global impact.

Key responsibilities

* Act as a technical authority on data center electrical systems within the product development team

* Define electrical requirements and use cases for applications supporting data center planning, operation, and analysis

* Collaborate with software engineers to translate electrical concepts into functional application features

* Review designs, calculations, and workflows to ensure technical accuracy and industry relevance

* Support global customers and internal teams with subject-matter expertise

Essential requirements

* Minimum 5 years of experience in data center electrical systems

* Strong understanding of power distribution, redundancy schemes, grounding, and protection in data centers

* Experience working with cross-functional teams, including software or product development teams

* Ability to clearly communicate complex electrical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders

* Masters degree preferred, Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field minimum

Desired skills

* Experience with electrical modeling, simulation, or analysis tools used in data center environments

* Product-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering measurable customer impact
* Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies and software-driven workflows

* Strong collaboration skills built on trust, accountability, and technical leadership

Salary Range:

$82,500.00 - $137,500.00

This pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation that the position offers, and final compensation can vary within the range depending on work location, job experience, skills, and relevant educational attainment and/or training.

About Aveva

Aveva is a British multinational software company headquartered in Cambridge, England. It provides engineering and industrial software solutions to various industries, including oil and gas, chemical, power, marine, and mining. The company was founded in 1967 and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions over the years. As of 2021, it has over 5,500 employees and operates in more than 80 countries. Aveva is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.
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