HV/MV Electrical Engineering Manager

Socket.dev; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

401(k) company contribution

Unlimited PTO

RTD ECO pass or parking reimbursement

Health benefits

Job summary

Rowan Digital Infrastructure in Denver is seeking an Electrical Engineer 3 to lead high and medium voltage design and delivery across the Rowan portfolio. The role focuses on transmission, substation and distribution design from concept through energization, requiring strong cross-functional leadership and collaboration.

The candidate will be a technical SME, mentor teams, and coordinate with utilities, procurement, and clients to meet project goals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• 6+ years’ experience in transmission, substation and distribution design/delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of transmission, substation and distribution infrastructure from concept to energization.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams and manage cross-functional collaboration.
• Coordinate with procurement, utilities, and clients to deliver projects.
• Support RFPs and ensure proposals meet technical requirements.
• Establish engineering standards and contribute to Rowan’s scalability.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

6+ years of relevant experience

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

GIS

Blue Beam Revu

Job description

At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability, and to do so with an unwavering focus on efficiency, quality, and flexibility. Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end-to-end team. Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in Tier 1 markets across the United States at various stages of development, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building a more sustainable future.

Rowan is backed by Quinbrook, a leading investor in the energy transition, and Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager.

Role Summary

Rowan Digital Infrastructure is looking for an Electrical Engineer 3 to join our engineering team to lead high and medium voltage design and delivery in support of projects across the Rowan portfolio. The Electrical Engineer 3 is a critical part of the technical team that will support all aspects of the Rowan approach from site origination through operations of transmission, substation and distribution infrastructure. The key focus for this role will include leading transmission, substation and distribution design and deployment in support of Rowan critical capacity. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering high and medium voltage infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will also have excellent strategic thinking skills, organizational and communication skills, the ability to multitask, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Travel

• Ability to travel up to (25%) for company gatherings, factory witness testing, meetings, or to project sites.

Location

• Denver, Colorado – Hybrid Opportunity
• Other locations and remote opportunities will be considered based on experience and alignment with the position.

Compensation

$130K - $155K (Offers Bonus)

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and manage consultants in design of transmission, substation, and distribution infrastructure from concept to energization to support Rowan critical capacity. Identify risks during all stages of the project lifecycle.
• As a technical SME, mold design, project scope, design schedule, and deliverables to meet client and Rowan requirements.
• Lead internal and external teams to decisions and drive to outcomes on multiple projects for the engineering team.
• Owns and deliver areas of work in service of annual goals of the team. Independently identifies solutions to solve ambiguous, open-ended problems. Helps guide the team and seeks and integrates feedback openly. Works primarily with cross-functional partners while driving cross-team collaboration.
• Partner with procurement to deliver the equipment required for the success of Rowan projects.
• Support RFPs for electrical infrastructure design and construction. Review proposals for conformance with the requirements of the RFP. Provide clarification on technical requirements.
• Integrate with the energy team to coordinate with the identified utilities. Act as the technical liaison between the consultant and the utility.
• Support the growth of the engineering team and of Rowan by helping to establish engineering standards and processes as Rowan scales.
• Demonstrate a customers are our North star mentality. Earning, nurturing, and creating trust and relationships with utilities and client technical experts.
• Mentor the engineering team to grow the teams collective expertise.
• Support other technical tasks not listed as required.

Education, Skills, and Experience

• Preferred:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
  • 8+ years’ experience in design and delivery of transmission, substation and distribution infrastructure, or an applicable adjacent industry.
  • Data center and substation engineering experience preferred.
• Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer
  • 6+ years’ experience in design and delivery of transmission, substation and distribution infrastructure, or an applicable adjacent industry.
  • Experience delivering complex electrical projects through design, construction, commissioning, and operation.
  • Experience working with external stakeholders including AHJ’s and utilities.
  • Experience communicating with senior leaders and executives at all levels of the organization.
  • Knowledge of data center industry and trends.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, and highly cross-functional environment.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Experience of proficiency in MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, REVIT, GIS, and Blue Beam Revu.
  • The Rowan team collaborates constantly; however, the successful candidate should be comfortable working independently.

Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration

At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our two offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by teamwork, technology, and in‑office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in downtown Denver, Colorado and have an office in Seattle, Washington. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S.

Here to support you

At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work. We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best.

• Hybrid working environment
• Team building and educational opportunities
• Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k)-company contribution
• Unlimited PTO
• RTD ECO pass or parking reimbursement
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rowan Digital is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.