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

Solid 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

📌 Manager of Electrical Engineering (Picton)
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