Electrical Manufacturing Engineer

Summary

Switch designs, builds, and operates advanced digital infrastructure and data centers. The Electrical Manufacturing Engineer supports suppliers of medium- and low-voltage power distribution equipment by assessing manufacturing readiness, capacity, quality, and performance, while resolving supplier and project issues across manufacturing and construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Assess manufacturing partners that produce medium- and low-voltage power distribution equipment
• Complete supplier vetting and first-of-kind readiness reviews with engineering, sourcing, and modular suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance from first-of-kind production through sustained manufacturing
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing sites for production readiness, capacity, quality, and value engineering opportunities
• Visit Switch data center construction sites to evaluate product quality and field performance
• Participate in supplier business reviews and establish clear actions, owners, and follow-up
• Provide technical input on sourcing escalations that affect capital projects
• Work with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams to resolve manufacturing and product issues
• Travel domestically approximately 25–50%

Skills

• You communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations clearly
• You identify manufacturing and supply risks early and follow established processes to resolve them
• You bring practical solutions to supplier and project issues and follow through on commitments
• You work effectively across engineering, sourcing, suppliers, contractors, and construction teams while maintaining clear ownership
• You use sound judgment when priorities compete and escalate issues when needed
• You hold yourself and suppliers accountable for quality, reliability, and commitments
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant technical experience
• 4+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or construction involving modular electrical systems
• Experience with medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems
• Working knowledge of generators, UPS systems, grounding, protection, and power distribution equipment
• Experience evaluating manufacturing readiness, quality, capacity, or supplier performance
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with limited direction
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of common project management, ERP, and data analysis tools
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices such as 5S, Kaizen, or Kanban
• Data center experience

Qualifications

Must Haves

• You communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations clearly
• You identify manufacturing and supply risks early and follow established processes to resolve them
• You bring practical solutions to supplier and project issues and follow through on commitments
• You work effectively across engineering, sourcing, suppliers, contractors, and construction teams while maintaining clear ownership
• You use sound judgment when priorities compete and escalate issues when needed
• You hold yourself and suppliers accountable for quality, reliability, and commitments
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant technical experience
• 4+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or construction involving modular electrical systems
• Experience with medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems
• Working knowledge of generators, UPS systems, grounding, protection, and power distribution equipment
• Experience evaluating manufacturing readiness, quality, capacity, or supplier performance
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with limited direction
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of common project management, ERP, and data analysis tools
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices such as 5S, Kaizen, or Kanban

Nice to Haves

• Data center experience

Benefits

• 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!