[Remote] Senior Engineer (Power Engineer) at Brightseed

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

Experience in telecom or data center power systems, including rectifiers, battery plants, grounding, and DC distribution
Ability to provide technical and project-level support to internal engineering and implementation teams

Responsibilities

Designing and reviewing DC power systems for Central Office and Core locations, including rectifiers, batteries, BDFB’s, PBD’s, distribution panels, inverters, automatic and manual generator transfer switches, grounding, fused, and unfused cabling
Preparing and maintaining detailed engineering documentation—drawings, load calculations, and material specifications
Evaluating and standardizing power equipment and configurations for reliability and compliance
Collaborating with transport, OLT, and implementation teams to align project schedules
Supporting installation and commissioning of power systems, including site reviews, troubleshooting, and test verification
Ensuring adherence to Brightspeed standards, Telcordia GR-513, NEC, and applicable safety and compliance codes
Tracking power capacity, utilization, and redundancy to support network growth
Conducting preventive maintenance programs and power audits
Providing input to RFPs, vendor evaluations, and technology pilots for DC power modernization efforts
Conducting load analysis, redundancy planning, and capacity forecasting to meet future network demands and ensure sufficient backup power
Ensuring designs comply with industry standards, manufacturer specifications, Brightspeed methods and procedures, and technical publications (including installation guidelines, drawing standards, grounding standards, engineering standards)
Defining technical specifications and design criteria for procurement of major and minor materials
Collaborating with external contract engineers and internal Brightspeed teams such as planning, core engineers, real estate facility managers, and project managers to integrate DC power systems into overall network design
Reviewing vendor proposals and evaluating equipment suitability
Requisitioning materials for procurement, tracking vendor purchase orders, resolving issues, and escalating materials for customer needs
Providing technical guidance during installation and commissioning phases
Conducting site surveys and audits, ensuring contractor quality and compliance
Recommending design improvements to enhance reliability, efficiency, and energy savings

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

DC power systemsrectifiersbattery plantsgroundingDC distributionBDFBPBDdistribution panelsinvertersgenerator transfer switchesfused cablingunfused cablingtelecom power systemsdata center power

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a remote position.

What is the salary range for this Senior Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and experience are required for this Power Engineer position?

The role requires experience in telecom or data center power systems, including rectifiers, battery plants, grounding, and DC distribution. Candidates should be able to design DC power systems, prepare engineering documentation, and ensure compliance with standards like Telcordia GR-513 and NEC.

What is the company culture like at Brightspeed?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Engineer role?

A strong candidate has experience in telecom or data center power systems and can provide technical and project-level support to engineering teams, with skills in designing DC power systems, load analysis, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Brightseed

AI platform for discovering health-boosting compounds

About Brightseed

Brightseed discovers beneficial compounds in nature that can enhance human health using artificial intelligence. Their Forager® platform identifies bioactive compounds—small molecules from plants and microbes that positively affect biological functions. They also offer Brightseed™ Bio Gut Fiber, which contains bioactives that support gut health. By partnering with companies, Brightseed provides insights into bioactives and their health benefits, aiming to unlock the potential of these compounds.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$123.8MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, & vision

Unlimited PTO

Life insurance

EAP

401(k) plan

Mental health platform

Employee discounts

Cell phone & commuter costs

Parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from established brands like Centrum in the bioactive market.

Over-reliance on partnerships like Manitoba Harvest could limit market reach.

Regulatory scrutiny poses challenges as Brightseed expands in the health and wellness sector.

Differentiation

Brightseed uses AI to discover bioactives, accelerating discovery from years to months.

Forager® A.I. maps bioactives to health outcomes with unprecedented accuracy and speed.

Brightseed's Bio Gut Fiber is made from upcycled hemp hulls, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in personalized nutrition boosts demand for Brightseed's bioactive products.

Rising gut health awareness increases demand for Brightseed's gut health-focused bioactives.

Regulatory support for bioactives in supplements facilitates Brightseed's market expansion.

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