Electrical Infrastructure Engineer

About The CompanyThe open ocean is Earth’s largest and most power-dense renewable energy resource. Panthalassa is harnessing that resource to generate the cheapest energy on the planet. Our mission is to provide abundant and affordable clean energy for everyone.We are rapidly scaling high-power test infrastructure for compute, power electronics, and turbine systems while bringing online state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment across multiple sites. In this environment, identifying creative, practical solutions that enable the delivery of sufficient power—quickly and reliably—will be a key contributor to the company’s success.Founded in 2016 and based in the Pacific Northwest, our team comes from diverse backgrounds in aerospace, naval architecture, marine operations, hardware, software, and research.About The JobWe are building a core technology designed to operate in the harshest, most unpredictable environments on Earth, the world’s oceans. Delivering on this mission requires not only elite engineering talent but a work environment that runs smoothly, scales intelligently, and frees our team to focus on solving impossibly hard problems.We are looking for an Electrical Infrastructure Engineer to serve as the technical authority for the design and evolution of electrical infrastructure across our facilities. This role spans existing operations and new build-outs, covering infrastructure upgrades, new facility diligence, design input, installation, commissioning, and long-term system performance.This is a design-forward role for someone who understands how power infrastructure actually gets delivered today, how to source it, design it, and scale it under real-world constraints. You will develop strategies to unlock megawatt-scale capacity quickly by combining traditional and non-traditional infrastructure approaches.You are comfortable working upstream, shaping electrical architecture, identifying risks early, and translating evolving engineering needs into practical, buildable infrastructure plans that can be executed with quality and speed.What You'll OwnPower Strategy & Infrastructure Design Develop hybrid approaches to delivering MW-scale power (utility, temporary service, generation, storage), understanding technical requirements and thinking from first principles to identify creative solutions that meet those requirements Define paths to capacity (near-term vs. long-term) across cost, schedule, and constraintsWork directly with utilities and partners to shape power delivery strategyTranslate evolving load requirements into credible power ramp plansIdentify constraints and design around them with practical, buildable solutionsElectrical Infrastructure & MaintenanceDiagnose and resolve power quality issues, failures, and system risksDefine system standards and design criteria; partner with facilities team and external contractors for executionMaintain core system documentation (single-lines, panel schedules)Guide maintenance prioritization based on system criticalityDesign scalable distribution systems that avoid reworkDesign & Planning ReviewLead early-stage electrical design, including interim solutionsIntegrate power delivery with cooling, space, and site constraintsDevelop load calculations, single-lines, and conceptual layoutsReview designs for constructability and capacityCoordinate with external partners on design criteria and scopeConstruction, Commissioning & ExecutionSequence builds to enable rapid capacity deploymentManage electrical scopes, contractors, and submittalsOversee installation to ensure quality, safety, and alignment with designIntegrate new systems with minimal operational disruptionCapacity Planning & Power Systems AnalysisBuild staged power ramp models aligned to business timelinesConduct load studies and track capacity across systemsSupport power system studies Develop forward-looking infrastructure plansSafety & ComplianceOwn electrical safety programs (LOTO, energy control)Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHASupport inspections, permitting, and incident investigationsSystems, Standards & Continuous ImprovementDevelop electrical specifications and standardsImprove reliability, maintainability, and documentation practicesSupport cost estimation and budgetingRequiredWhat We're Looking ForDegree in Electrical Engineering or related field5–10+ years in industrial, manufacturing, or R&D environmentsExperience with medium-voltage systems, utility interconnection, or large power upgradesStrong background in electrical distribution systems and load calculationsAbility to develop and interpret electrical drawings and system modelsExperience leading contractors and driving executionStrong troubleshooting and root-cause capabilityWorking knowledge of electrical safety standards (NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA)PreferredExperience developing non-traditional or hybrid power solutionsDirect experience working with utilitiesExperience with on-site generation, microgrids, or phased buildsPE or EIT certificationExperience with power system modeling toolsBackground in high-growth R&D or prototype environmentsWork EnvironmentThis is a full-time, onsite role at our Portland, OR facility. The work involves regular time on the shop floor, in mechanical and electrical rooms, and in active construction or buildout environments. Candidates should be comfortable working alongside engineers, technicians, and contractors in a hands-on industrial setting.Compensation And BenefitsIf hired for this full-time role, you will receive: Cash compensation of $160,000 - $210,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and background.Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:Flexible paid time offHealth insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).LocationThis is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.