Senior Electrical Engineer, Medium-Voltage & Low-Voltage Systems

ABOUT HUT 8

Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure. Hut 8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world’s largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, Colocation, Cloud, and Bitcoin Mining. We are proud to offer interesting and challenging opportunities for individuals who want to build teams, solve problems, and make an impact from day one. If you’re an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you’ve come to the right place.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in MV and LV system design, you will be responsible for designing electrical distribution systems that power and support high-density facilities. You will ensure that electrical components are optimized for performance and efficiency, accounting for various support mediums (e.g., cable trays, conduits) and environmental factors.​

You will work closely with other architects, engineers, and construction teams to implement robust electrical infrastructure, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety requirements. This role reports to the Senior Vice President, Development.​

Some of the key responsibilities you should expect are the following:​

• Medium Voltage Design: Design, analyze, and optimize medium voltage (MV) overhead lines and underground systems, ensuring reliable power distribution and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Work may encompass power delivery from substations and switchyards (e.g., liquid filled transformers, switches, riser poles, sag and tension design, etc.) depending on the project.​
• Low Voltage Design: Design and optimize high-density low voltage (LV) systems to ensure proper electrical distribution, particularly in data centers and similar facilities.
• Conductor Sizing: Size electrical conductors (both MV and LV) based on load requirements, considering factors such as cable tray spacing, conduit installation, temperature derating, and voltage drop.​
• Selective Coordination and Power Studies: Perform load calculations, load flows, selective coordination, short circuit studies, arc-flash studies, and other power analysis as required to ensure system efficiency and reliability. Experience with modeling software including ETAP, EasyPower, or SKM Power Tools is strongly preferred.​
• Support Mediums: Design and select appropriate support mediums (cable trays, conduits, busways, duct banks, etc.) for various conductor installations, optimizing for space, maintenance, and ensuring the reliability of the electrical system.​
• Trade Coordination: Work closely with contractors, architects, and engineering teams to ensure coordination of electrical system designs with other architectural and infrastructure elements, particularly in high-density environments.​
• Construction Support: Provide technical guidance during the construction phase to ensure designs are accurately implemented, addressing any site-specific challenges or modifications.​
• Standards & Regulations: Ensure all designs comply with relevant local and international building codes, safety standards (e.g., NFPA, NEC, IEEE, ANSI IEC, OSHA, etc.), and environmental regulations.

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.​
• Minimum 5 years of experience in medium voltage and low voltage electrical system design, with a focus on conductor sizing, voltage drop analysis, and support medium design.​
• Expertise in designing MV (overhead and underground) systems and high-density LV systems for industrial or data center applications.​
• Experience in conductor sizing for different types of support mediums, including cable trays, conduits, and ducts, while accounting for derating factors and voltage drop.​
• Experience in designing grounding systems and lightning protection systems is desired.​
• Assist in development of design specifications, Bill of Materials, construction drawings, and engineering reports and studies.​
• Proficiency with electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM Power Tools, or similar tools) and familiarity with power system analysis and design software.​
• Familiarity with relevant standards (e.g., NFPA, OSHA, ANSI, International Building Codes, NEC, IEC, IEEE) for MV and LV systems, as well as local building codes and regulations.​
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize designs based on real-world conditions.

ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is remote with frequent travel to our sites in Texas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry. At all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.

At Hut 8, you will have the opportunity to:

▶ Work with bright, driven peers from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including software development, energy, engineering, entrepreneurship, investment banking, private equity, and management consulting

▶ Design and pitch new products, services, and other initiatives to a leadership team consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and backed by a board of directors consisting of industry veterans of energy, finance, and government

▶ Debate ideas and alternatives in a truly meritocratic setting where the learning curve is steep and the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team

▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure