Sr. Electrical Engineer at RK Industries

Job description

Aurora, CO $112,000-$168,000 - Includes Annual Incentive Program (AIP) eligibility Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Sponsorship is not available for this role. Please note US Citizenship is Required RK Company Overview As a second-generation, family-owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards and professional execution allow us to turn our customers’ greatest concepts into reality. Position Summary The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, integration, and execution of electrical power distribution systems for modular product applications. This role owns project-level electrical design efforts, ensuring 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. Role 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. • Utilize 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 cross-functionally with Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure fully integrated system layouts. • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical field. • Master’s degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering is a plus. • Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus. • 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 (NEC, NFPA, UL, IEEE). • Experience coordinating across engineering disciplines and supporting multi-disciplinary system integration. • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with focus on practical, buildable solutions. • Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles in electrical system design. Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability • Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas. • Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations. • Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch. • Work in all types of weather. • Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools. • Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 lbs. occasionally, and/or 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects. • Comply with all company policies and procedures. • Prompt, punctual, and regular attendance during core business hours, in an office environment (not a telecommuting position), currently located in the Aurora, including a reliable means of transport to and from work. • Ability to occasionally travel between corporate offices and jobsites within the Greater Denver Area, during work hours. • This role may occasionally travel within the US but is not anticipated to exceed 10%. • All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected. What Sets RK Industries Apart • Safety : Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental • Awards : Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition • Benefits : RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards • Philanthropy : RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation • Development : Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

Must-haves

$112,000-$168,000 - Includes Annual Incentive Program (AIP) eligibility
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Please note US Citizenship is Required
RK Company Overview
Role 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.
Utilize 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 cross-functionally with Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure fully integrated system layouts.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or 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.

Nice-to-haves

Master’s degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering is a plus.
Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

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