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 Strong understanding of: Power distribution

Protection and controls Codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, etc.)

Ability to operate in rapid-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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📍 Picton