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Principal Electrical Engineer

MicrosoftPhoenix, AZFull-time

This position leads electrical engineering strategy for Microsoft’s data center and critical-environment infrastructure. The engineer will direct technical standards, review existing facilities, support power optimization initiatives, and coordinate electrical and EPMS delivery with procurement, vendors, and engineering teams. Responsibilities include evaluating complex power systems, reviewing reliability and safety studies, overseeing equipment testing, and helping align stakeholders across large projects. The role is suited to an experienced electrical engineering leader with strong data center expertise, professional licensure, and the ability to manage both technical and operational work. Candidates should also be comfortable communicating clearly, producing detailed technical documentation, using engineering and power-analysis software, and traveling internationally.

Requirements

Electrical, computer, or related engineering degree with substantial technical experienceExtensive data center or critical-environment electrical design experienceLicensed Professional Engineer in electrical engineeringExpertise with UPS systems, generators, medium- and low-voltage distribution, and switchgearExperience with reliability, short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash studiesAbility to lead multidisciplinary teams and use tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, SKM, or ETAP
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Microsoft runs its Azure West US 3 cloud region from owner-built data centers in Goodyear and El Mirage, with 16 buildings tracked by Arizona AI.

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