Sr. Electrical Engineer

RK Industries • Aurora, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, integrating, and executing electrical power distribution systems for modular product applications. The role owns project-level electrical design efforts and ensures systems are code-compliant, reliable, and manufacturable. The Senior Electrical Engineer leads design execution across projects, coordinates cross-functional integration, and provides technical guidance to engineers and designers.

The position is based in an office environment in Aurora, Colorado, and is not a telecommuting position. It may involve occasional travel between corporate offices and jobsites in the Greater Denver Area during work hours, and occasional travel within the United States not anticipated to exceed 10%. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship; sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent technical field.
• 5–8 years of experience in electrical engineering, design, and integration within critical power systems, modular infrastructure, or industrial applications.
• Strong experience with UPS systems, switchgear, and power distribution equipment integration.
• Solid understanding of power distribution design, protection concepts, and load calculations.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent electrical design tools.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, UL, and IEEE.
• Experience coordinating across engineering disciplines and supporting multidisciplinary system integration.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on practical, buildable solutions.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Reliable transportation to and from the Aurora office.
• Ability to work outdoors and indoors, including in dusty, noisy, hazardous, high, tight, confined, and other adverse locations, and in all types of weather.
• Ability to climb, balance, squat, kneel, and crouch.
• Working knowledge of trade materials and tools.
• Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 pounds occasionally, apply 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and apply greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to travel occasionally between corporate offices and jobsites in the Greater Denver Area during work hours, and occasionally within the United States; U.S. travel is not anticipated to exceed 10%.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles in electrical system design.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for assigned modular infrastructure projects, including data centers, power modules, e-houses, and electrical skids.
• Develop and review single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring layouts for AC and DC systems supporting critical power applications.
• Design and coordinate integration of BMS, controls, and auxiliary systems within modular electrical solutions.
• Use AutoCAD, Revit, and other tools to develop detailed electrical layouts, models, and construction drawings.
• Select and specify electrical components, including transformers, switchboards, switchgear, panelboards, busway, cable tray, and cable bus systems.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Operations to review vendor submittals, validate technical data, and ensure compliance with design intent.
• Provide technical input during shop drawing reviews and production builds, ensuring constructability and adherence to design standards.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, UL, IBC, and IEC.
• Support development and application of electrical design standards and best practices to improve consistency and scalability.
• Lead resolution of electrical design and integration issues during design, prototype, and production phases.
• Coordinate with Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure fully integrated system layouts.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Comply with company policies and procedures and maintain prompt, punctual, and regular attendance during core business hours.
• Promote workplace safety and health, stop work when an unsafe condition is present, and notify a supervisor so the hazard can be corrected.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits to support employee growth and well-being.
• Annual Incentive Program (AIP) eligibility.
• Hands-on training and development through RK University, including leadership and technical learning opportunities.
• Accredited apprentice program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior