Jobs · Engineering · Colorado

Lead Electrical Engineer

RK Industries · Aurora, CO · 3 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time

Role Responsibilities

  • Lead the electrical design for modular infrastructure supporting mission-critical applications, including but not limited to modular data centers, power modules, e-houses, electrical skids, and other specialized electrical systems.
  • Develop and review single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring layouts for both AC and DC systems supporting critical power applications.
  • Lead and interpret the design and integration of Building Management Systems (BMS), security, controls, and networking infrastructure within modular power and data center solutions.
  • Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and other electrical design platforms to develop detailed models, layouts, and construction drawings for modular power systems, ensuring design accuracy, coordination, and manufacturability.
  • Evaluate and specify electrical components including transformers, busways, panel boards, cable tray, cable bus etc.
  • Partner with supply chain and operations teams to review vendor equipment designs, verify technical data, and approve submittals for major electrical equipment.
  • Provide technical feedback during shop drawing and build reviews to ensure wiring details, terminations, and layouts meet manufacturing and code requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70/70E, UL, IBC, and IEC standards as applicable to modular design and installation.
  • Lead efforts to improve electrical design standardization, reducing rework and promoting scalable, repeatable system designs.
  • Provide technical mentorship to Electrical Engineers and Designers, reviewing deliverables for accuracy, constructability, and manufacturability.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for all electrical power integration and modular system challenges during design and production phases.

Qualifications

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical field
  • Master Degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering is a plus
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus
  • 8+ years of relevant electrical engineering, design and integration experience in critical power systems, modular data centers, or large-scale electrical infrastructure
  • Proven expertise with UPS systems, switchboards, and switchgear integration in prefabricated or modular environments
  • Deep understanding of power distribution design, protective device coordination, and load flow analysis
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent electrical design platforms
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and field execution teams
  • Strong knowledge of electrical codes and standards (Uptime, NEC, NFPA 70/70E, IEEE, UL)
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with a focus on manufacturability
  • Strong background in DFM/DFA principles applied to electrical assemblies
  • Proven track record of developing and implementing design standards and best practices across teams or product lines and system reliability
  • Ability to work independently while driving technical excellence across multiple projects simultaneously

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