Electrical Design Engineer

Senior Electrical Design EngineerTract Capital adopts a unique approach to digital infrastructure investment. Leveraging experience and strategic insights honed over three decades of creating successful companies in the space, we excel in nurturing and advancing leading-edge digital infrastructure enterprises. Our team of specialized experts are united by a singular purpose: to support the growth of digital infrastructure. Tract Capital goes beyond simple investment by acting as a strategic partner and catalyst for innovation within the sector. We ensure our engagements not only generate strong financial results but also develop essential digital infrastructure to meet growing demands. Tract Capital has introduced multiple digital infrastructure strategies including horizontal powered land, vertical development, and product development.Tract Capital is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer owns the electrical design and power system studies discipline design for Fleet's behind-the-meter (BTM) power solutions and related campus interfaces. This role develops and maintains the electrical Basis of Design (BOD), leads technical alignment with vendors and electric utilities, and ensures designs meet safety, code, and availability expectations for mission-critical deployments.Job ResponsibilitiesOwn electrical discipline scope for BTM generation integration, including one-line development, grounding/bonding, protection, controls interfaces, and telemetry requirements.Develop and maintain the electrical Basis of Design (BOD) and design standards; ensure consistency across sites and deployments.Lead coordination with equipment vendors (switchgear, transformers, breakers, relays, metering, controls) and validate compliance to Tract Capital standards and customer requirements.Drive alignment with electric utilities and interconnection requirements where applicable; support technical documentation and utility review processes.Support design reviews and constructability reviews with EPC partners; resolve RFIs and ensure high-quality built and turnover packages.Define commissioning and acceptance requirements for electrical scope; support testing, energization planning, and troubleshooting during start-up.Partner with Operations and Critical Facilities teams to ensure maintainable operating modes, clear procedures, and robust change management.Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline. PE preferred.8+ years in electrical design for mission-critical facilities, power systems, or industrial generation integration.Senior-level experience owning the electrical discipline scope for behind-the-meter (BTM) generation integration.Proven track record developing and maintaining the electrical Basis of Design (BOD) and design standards, driving consistency across multiple sites and deployments.Extensive experience leading coordination with electrical equipment vendors and validating compliance with internal standards and customer requirements.Demonstrated ability to drive alignment with electric utilities and interconnection requirements, including ownership of technical documentation and utility review processes.Senior-level experience supporting and leading design and constructability reviews with EPC partners, resolving RFIs, and ensuring high-quality built and turnover packages.Hands-on experience defining commissioning and acceptance requirements for electrical scope, including testing, energization planning, and troubleshooting during start-up.Proven collaboration with multiple teams to establish maintainable operating modes, clear procedures, and robust change management in mission-critical deployments.Technical / Functional ExpertiseReciprocating Gas Engine (RICE), Turbines, Fuel Cells, Battery design and deployment experience at 75 MW+ scale highly preferred.Experience with paralleling switchgear, MV/LV distribution, protection coordination, and commissioning in data centers or similar critical environments.Experience working directly with utilities, AHJs, and third-party testing/commissioning providers.Working knowledge of NERC, FERC, NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards relevant to protection and power quality.Familiarity with OT monitoring/SCADA integration and alarm management.Core Skills & CompetenciesIntegrity and Ethical Standards: Build trust, ensure fairness, and foster long-term, transparent relationships with suppliers.Effective Communication: The ability to clearly convey expectations and requirements to suppliers and negotiation parties, while understanding their needs and concerns. Comfortable delivering written and verbal presentations to internal leadership teams.Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Ability to understand the emotions, cultural nuances, and motivations of others, while effectively managing one's own emotions during high-pressure negotiations.Strategic Thinking: Recognize how supplier relationships and negotiations align with the broader organizational goals, while aiming for outcomes that benefit both parties.Critical Thinking Skills: Finding innovative solutions and being flexible in addressing unexpected challenges.Analytical Ability: Make data-driven decisions, assess cost structures, and identify potential risks, ensuring informed and strategic outcomes.Influence and Persuasion: Able to effectively advocate for their position, build consensus, and secure favorable agreements without compromising relationships.Operational Paranoia: Anticipate risks, identify vulnerabilities, and proactively implement mechanisms to prevent and minimize disruptions and safeguard safety, security, availability, and scale.Relationship Management: Cultivate trust, collaboration, and long-term partnerships, while building a broad network that provides valuable benchmarking, industry insights, and alternative sourcing options.Location: Work location is flexible to Seattle, WA, Denver, CO, Austin, TX, or Alexandria, VA. Hybrid role, 3 days in the office.Travel Requirement: Regular travel, as needed, to Fleet offices as well as to meet with Vendors.Expected Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000 Salary + Discretionary Bonus BonusTract Capital employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.Tract Capital is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.