Location
The Dalles, OR
Type
Full-time
Posted
10/15/2026
Compensation
$138,000 - $200,000 per year
Job description
The Data Center Plant Engineer, Electrical role at Google focuses on overseeing the electrical systems within data centers. This position requires expertise in critical environments and involves troubleshooting, maintenance, and operational efficiency improvements. The engineer will work closely with global engineering teams to address technical challenges and ensure safety standards are met. This role is essential for maintaining the reliability and performance of Google's data center operations.
Requirements
- Associate's degree, trade school certification, or equivalent practical experience in a related technical field.
- 9 years of experience in facilities within a critical environment.
- Operations experience in mission-critical environments such as data centers or power generation.
- Experience with electrical infrastructure systems and technical troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and electrical safety.
Responsibilities
- Provide effective leadership for critical system troubleshooting and repairs.
- Respond to critical data center events and alarms as a point of escalation.
- Monitor plant efficiency at a data center and drive site-level programs.
- Interact with global engineering teams to define solutions for technical challenges.
- Work with design engineers to bring an operational mindset to new infrastructure discussions.
Benefits
- Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Google Llc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
908
FY2026
Approval rate
98.4%
FY2026
LCA certified
4,273
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-14%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-51%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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