About this role
About Cipher Mining
We are an industrial-scale data center construction and operations company. We allocate data center opportunities between bitcoin mining and other high performance computing services, such as AI. We continue to develop our pipeline of power capacity at high quality data center sites, either for bitcoin mining or HPC. Our best-in-class management team leverages expertise from the technology, fintech, energy, and finance domains, as well as deep experience related to cryptocurrencies and blockchain.
Summary
We are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to lead and coordinate all electrical design disciplines and decisions across a portfolio of fast-track hyperscale data center projects.
This role is deeply embedded in project execution, responsible for reviewing detailed electrical designs, resolving complex technical issues, coordinating with contractors and utilities, and participating directly in project, vendor, and customer discussions.
Given the mission-critical nature of electrical systems in data centers, the ideal candidate has significant experience in both the design and operation of data centers, with a strong understanding of how design decisions impact construction, commissioning, reliability, and long-term operations.
Core Responsibilities
Electrical Design Leadership & Coordination
Lead all electrical engineering efforts across projects, including:
Utility interconnections and substations Medium- and low-voltage power distribution Transformers, switchgear, and protection schemes Backup power systems (generators, UPS where applicable) Grounding, bonding, and life safety interfaces
Coordinate electrical design across:
Concept Schematic Detailed design phases
Ensure alignment between electrical, mechanical, CSA, and technology systems
Drawing Review & Technical Oversight
Perform detailed reviews of:
Electrical drawings, specifications, and calculations One-lines, load studies, and protection coordination
Identify and resolve:
Design gaps Constructability issues Interface risks
Ensure designs reflect:
Operational realities Commissioning and maintenance needs
Contractor, Utility & Vendor Engagement
Participate in:
Design coordination meetings Contractor constructability reviews Utility and AHJ discussions Vendor technical reviews
Support field teams by:
Responding to RFIs Reviewing submittals Supporting energization and commissioning efforts
Serve as a trusted technical interface with:
Utilities Electrical contractors OEMs
External Consultant & EOR Management
Manage electrical Engineers of Record and specialty consultants Review and approve deliverables for quality, completeness, and alignment with standards Ensure external teams meet schedule and performance expectations
Standards, Reliability & Continuous Improvement
Support development and refinement of:
Electrical design standards Reference architectures Redundancy and reliability philosophies
Incorporate lessons learned from:
Construction Commissioning Operations
Balance standardization with site-specific and utility-driven requirements
What Success Looks Like
Electrical designs are robust, buildable, and scalable Fewer electrical RFIs, changes, and field conflicts Smooth utility coordination and energization Commissioning proceeds without major rework Electrical standards improve delivery speed and reliability
Required Experience & Qualifications
12–18+ years of experience in:
Electrical engineering Mission-critical or industrial power systems
Significant experience with:
Data center design and operations High-density power environments
Proven ability to review and coordinate:
Complex electrical systems and drawings
Strong understanding of:
Power distribution Protection and controls Codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, etc.)
Ability to operate in fast-paced, lean environments
Strongly Preferred / Differentiators
Professional Engineering (PE) license (strongly preferred) Direct experience with:
HPC, AI/ML, or crypto data centers
Experience supporting:
Utility interconnections and substations
Exposure to:
Commissioning and operational turnover
Comfort interfacing directly with utilities, contractors, and customers Benefits*
401K Retirement Plan with match Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance And other perks!
*Full Time Employees