Tract is a team of digital infrastructure and energy experts dedicated to accelerating responsible data center growth by developing master-planned data center parks with access to pre-positioned power and fiber.

We are focused on key markets where hyperscale and wholesale demand is growing. Our approach is to collaborate with states, cities, and counties to ensure development is targeted for the optimal locations to maximize the economic development benefits for the community while being good stewards of the land and minimizing impacts on neighbors. Tract is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with real estate holdings throughout the United States.

We are looking for an experienced, effective, and technically savvy principal engineer to advance Tract's capabilities in developing co-located datacenter power solutions. This will include assessing the capabilities of, and building partnerships with third party power generation vendors, and owning the long-term development of a datacenter power generation offering. Specifically, this role will focus on developing, owning and operating behind-the-meter power generation solutions for data center campuses.

Work location is flexible to Tract's headquarters in Denver, CO, or its satellite offices in Seattle, WA, or Alexandria, VA.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Principal Engineer to join our Power Generation team.

The Principal Engineer will play a key role in overseeing the design, development and optimization of utility scale power generators, electrical systems, and controls. The position requires deep technical expertise, leadership skills, and a proven ability to work on complex power generation projects, interconnected to the grid or behind-the-meter.

This role will require working with electrical engineering and controls within the power generation sector, including work with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), electric utilities, non-utility generators, or oil and gas companies.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead Engineering Efforts: Provide technical leadership and ownership for power generation electrical systems, including the design, specification, and integration of electrical equipment and controls for power plants, including both new builds and upgrades.
• Electrical & Control Systems Expertise: Offer hands-on expertise in electrical and control systems for power generation equipment, including generators, transformers, switchgear, protective relays, control panels, and SCADA systems.
• System Design & Optimization: Lead the design and implementation of plant electrical and control systems, ensuring systems are optimized for efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Power Generation Systems: Select and lead integration of thermal power generation sources including combustion turbines.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including coordinating with cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues in the field, providing innovative solutions to ensure uninterrupted power generation.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all systems comply with industry standards, regulations (e.g., NERC, IEEE, IEC), and safety codes. Stay abreast of evolving industry regulations and integrate them into system designs and practices.
• Mentorship & Training: Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to junior engineers and technical staff. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.
• Customer Interaction: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, customers, and vendors to ensure that all electrical systems meet performance specifications and operational requirements.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare detailed engineering reports, technical specifications, and project documentation, including commissioning, testing, and system performance data.

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or a closely related field).
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in power generation electrical equipment and controls, specifically with OEMs, electric utilities, non-utility generators, or oil and gas companies.
• 7+ years of experience with electrical equipment used in power generation (e.g., generators, transformers, switchgear) and control systems (e.g., PLCs, SCADA, DCS).
• 5+ years of experience with industry standards, such as NERC, IEEE, IEC, and experience with electrical safety regulations and practices.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (or a closely related field).
• PMP or similar certification.
• Professional Engineering License (PE): Current and valid Professional Engineer license.
• Familiarity with the latest advancements in power generation controls and digitalization (e.g., predictive maintenance, smart grids).
• Expertise in commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting electrical and control systems in the field.
• Comfortable with ambiguity as data center and power generation industries mature together.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams.
• Ability to assess complex electrical systems and resolve technical issues quickly and efficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparing and presenting technical reports, proposals, and recommendations.

This role includes up to 20% travel.

Expected Total Compensation Range (Base + Bonus): $240,000 - $300,000