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 Manager of Electrical Engineering 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

Robust 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

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📌 Manager of Electrical Engineering (Ontario)
🏢 Cipher Digital
📍 Ontario