Director, Electrical Engineering - Data Centers

SB Energy Corp.; United States; Remote; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

SB Energy Corp. is seeking a Director of Electrical Engineering for Data Centers to lead design, standards, and construction across national data center campuses.

The role oversees LV, MV, and HV electrical design, drives efficiency, safety, and compliance, and mentors a team of engineers to ensure high quality project execution. The candidate will coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners, manage design reviews, and help deliver scalable data center infrastructure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred).
• 8–12+ years of electrical engineering experience, preferably in data centers or large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems including distribution and backup power.
• Experience leading teams of engineers and mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain electrical engineering design standards for quality, cost- effectiveness, and presentation.
• Lead design reviews and coordinate with stakeholders for approvals.
• Provide technical guidance on electrical systems including power distribution and grounding.
• Support RFIs/RFPs/RFQs and submittals with engineering input.
• Mentor and develop a team of electrical engineers to maintain high performance.

Job description

Director, Electrical Engineering - Data Centers

Data Center Projects

Director, Electrical Engineering - Data Centers

Do you want to work with high-caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading infrastructure company backed by SoftBank Group and Ares Infrastructure, pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our mission is to deliver reliable and secure data center and power infrastructure to strengthen America's future.

Founded in 2019, SB Energy is a SoftBank Group company headquartered in Redwood City, California. In 2026, SoftBank Group and OpenAI announced a $1 billion investment to support SB Energy as their leading development and execution partner for data center campuses, while Ares Infrastructure continues its long-standing support of the company's growth. SB Energy develops, builds, owns, and operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects in the United States. Since its founding, the company has rapidly grew into a top-tier integrated platform with more than 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi-GW pipeline of energy and data center infrastructure nationwide.

SB Energy also leverages a strong culture of innovation to identify and integrate new technologies into its projects, including its AI-based digital platform, delivering energy infrastructure that is local, reliable, and matched to load. We are building the energy and infrastructure future - today.

Come join us in accelerating the energy and infrastructure transition!

Basic Function

As a part of the Engineering team, the Sr. Electrical Engineer will provide subject matterexpertiseon Electrical Engineering design (LV, MV, and HV), final engineering, and construction permitting of data center projects. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that all electrical designs areoptimizedfor efficiency, safety, and compliance with industry standards.

Inaddition to technical responsibilities, this individual will lead and develop a team of engineers , driving consistency, quality, and continuous improvement across projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage Electrical Engineering design standards to set requirements for quality, presentation standards, and cost-effectiveness
• Perform project design reviews at specific milestones throughout the final design process and coordinating other internal reviews and approvals by key stakeholders, as needed
• Providetechnical guidance on electrical systems design, including power distribution, backup power, grounding, and controls
• Review and support RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and submittals
• Provide technical review and guidance on equipment selection and approved vendor list
• Support O&M team with technical knowledge and troubleshooting
• Design and manage the datacenterwhite space, including rack layout, hot/cold containment, network infrastructure, branch circuit distribution, power requirements, cable pathways, and projected build phases.
• Collaborate withcoloproviders and internal stakeholders to deliver project design criteria and develop Basis of Design.
• Participate in the development of data center facilitiesrequirementsdocumentation.
• Research and evaluatenew designs, materials, and construction methods for data center electrical and mechanical equipment and related components.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and clearly communicate necessary or recommended updates to project scheduling.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of electrical engineers, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’sdegree in Electrical Engineering(ABET-accredited preferred); PE license a plus
• 8-12+ years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably within data centers, mission-critical, or large-scale industrial/commercial projects
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems, including distribution, backup power, and critical infrastructure
• Experience reviewing designs, coordinating with external partners, and supporting construction or project delivery
• Proven ability to lead projects and mentor or manage engineers in a team environment
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (e.g., NEC)
• Experience with design tools (e.g., AutoCAD or similar) and interpreting construction documents
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Location: Redwood City, CA or Denver, CO or San Diego, CA or Remote

Base Pay - $190,000-$230,000

The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks—while ensuring internal parity across our teams. In addition to competitive base pay, total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.

At SB Energy, we invest in our people and their families with benefits designed for flexibility, support, and peace of mind. Full-time employees enjoy:

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
• Device Purchase Support

At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we’re proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now!

SB Energy is built on a foundation of collaboration and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

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