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Director, Power Infrastructure O&M - Data Center Operations

SB Energy

Redwood City, CA

Full Time

Posted August 3, 2026

$190k - $200k

Energy Management

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Job Description

The Director – Data Center Power Infrastructure Operations & Maintenance (O&M) provides leadership for operations, maintenance, reliability, for the HV portion of the SB Energy's data center electrical infrastructure portfolio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Power Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline.
Master's Degree preferred.
Professional certifications such as PE (Professional Engineer), PMP, NETA, Data Center Certifications & Certified Energy Manager (CEM), NERC Certifications (preferred)
Minimum 10 years of experience in industrial, utility, mission-critical, or power infrastructure environments.
Minimum 7 years of experience managing high-voltage electrical systems, substations, transmission/distribution assets, or data center power operations.
Minimum 3 years of people leadership experience.
Experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, enterprise data center, utility, or mission-critical facilities preferred.
Proven experience managing large-scale electrical infrastructure portfolios exceeding 100 MW preferred.
Strong knowledge of:
Ability to read and interpret:
Experience with power system analysis, troubleshooting, and reliability engineering.
Working knowledge of:
Strong commercial mindset with business ownership mentality.
Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to lead during critical incidents and high-pressure environments.
Location: San Francisco Bay Area; San Diego, CA; Denver, CO; Austin, TX
The position requires up to 20% domestic travel.
Base Pay - $190,000-$200,000
The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks—while ensuring internal parity across our teams. The compensation range provided reflects base pay. Total rewards may also include performance-based bonuses, equity grants, and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.

Benefits & Perks

At SB Energy, we invest in our people and their families with benefits designed for flexibility, support, and peace of mind. Full-time employees enjoy:
100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
401(k) with Company Match
Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
Device Purchase Support
At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we’re proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now!
To learn more about us, visit www.sbenergy.com .
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