Director, Electrical Engineering - Data Centers

Director, Electrical Engineering - Data Centers

Location: Remote | California or Colorado Preferred

Compensation: $190,000 - $260,000 Base + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

A rapidly growing infrastructure developer and operator is seeking a Director of Electrical Engineering to provide technical leadership across large-scale data center projects nationwide. This is an opportunity to join a well-capitalized organization at the forefront of power and digital infrastructure development, supporting some of the most advanced mission-critical facilities in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering design oversight for hyperscale and mission-critical data center developments.
• Establish and maintain engineering standards, design criteria, and best practices to ensure quality, consistency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct design reviews throughout project lifecycles, coordinating with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Provide technical expertise on low, medium, and high-voltage power systems, backup power infrastructure, grounding, controls, and critical facility design.
• Support equipment evaluation, vendor selection, RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and technical submittal reviews.
• Collaborate with operations teams to troubleshoot system issues and improve facility performance.
• Guide white space planning, power distribution strategies, rack layouts, cable pathways, containment systems, and phased capacity deployments.
• Partner with internal teams and external providers to develop Basis of Design documents and facility requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, equipment, materials, and construction methodologies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a growing team of electrical engineers while fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; PE license preferred.
• 8-12+ years of electrical engineering experience within data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large-scale industrial/commercial environments.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, backup generation, UPS systems, and critical infrastructure design.
• Experience reviewing engineering designs and supporting construction and project delivery efforts.
• Demonstrated success leading projects and mentoring or managing engineering teams.
• Familiarity with NEC and applicable industry codes and standards.
• Proficiency with engineering and design software, including AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growing environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a high-growth organization investing heavily in next-generation data center and energy infrastructure.
• Influence engineering standards and best practices across a national project portfolio.
• Opportunity to lead and build a high-performing engineering team.
• Competitive compensation package including bonus potential and industry-leading benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements with remote options available.

This role is ideal for an experienced electrical engineering leader who combines deep technical expertise with the ability to mentor teams and drive successful delivery of complex mission-critical projects.