Director, Electrical Engineering, AMERS

Role description

Role Overview

The Director, Electrical Engineering – North America is a senior, hands-on leadership role that owns the electrical basis of design and engineering governance across Nscale's U.S. data center portfolio.

What You Will Do

You'll define MV/LV distribution architectures, electrical equipment strategy, and controls and monitoring interfaces for facilities purpose-built for high-density AI deployments.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment and wants to build both the standards and the team that deliver our North American footprint.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5+ years of electrical engineering experience in mission-critical facilities, with significant time in data center design.
• 3+ years of engineering leadership experience, whether leading people, large multi-site programs, or both.
• Strong understanding of data center electrical systems and reliability concepts, including MV/LV distribution, switchgear and protection, UPS systems, generators, ATS/STS strategy, grounding and bonding, and commissioning practices for mission-critical electrical infrastructure.
• Experience working with U.S. engineering firms, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and state and local code variations.
• Strong presence and decision-making capability, with high judgment in high-consequence scenarios.
• A pragmatic, risk-based leadership style suited to fast-paced construction environments.
• Ability to challenge delivery teams constructively while maintaining strong partnerships.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan participation