Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer – Data Centres
* Hybrid Working – Will be travel required
* Permanent Opportunity – Attractive Salary
The client is a leading global provider of data centre services, specializing in the development and operation of high-performance, scalable, and secure data centre facilities. They serve a diverse range of clients, including cloud service providers, telecommunications companies, and enterprise customers.
Their data centres are designed to meet the growing demands of digital transformation, offering robust infrastructure solutions that support critical applications and services. The client is committed to sustainability, implementing energy-efficient technologies and practices to minimize environmental impact.
Role Purpose
* As an Electrical Engineer specializing in data centres, you will support the design, planning, and installation of electrical systems within mission-critical facilities. Your role will involve collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver resilient, energy-efficient, and compliant electrical infrastructure across all project stages.
Key Responsibilities
* Design Support: Assist in the development of electrical systems for data centres, including power distribution (LV/MV), UPS, generators, switchgear, battery systems, and emergency power systems.
* Planning & Analysis: Conduct load calculations, voltage drop analysis, short-circuit studies, and redundancy coordination (e.g., N+1, 2N).
* Documentation: Prepare detailed electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, panel schedules, cable schedules, and technical specifications using AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or similar tools.
* Installation Oversight: Support site inspections, monitor installation quality, and ensure adherence to design specifications during construction phases.
* Compliance & Standards: Ensure all designs and installations comply with relevant electrical codes, safety standards, and sustainability guidelines.
* Collaboration: Work closely with mechanical, architectural, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within the data centre infrastructure.
* Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the enhancement of design processes, incorporating lessons learned and industry best practices.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
* Degree (or HND/HNC with significant experience) in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
* 3–5+ years’ experience in electrical design, planning, or installation, preferably within mission-critical facilities such as data centres.
* Proficiency in electrical design tools like AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or similar.
* Strong understanding of electrical systems, including LV/MV distribution, UPS, generators, and emergency power systems.
* Knowledge of relevant electrical codes and safety standards.
Desirable:
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards membership of IET or CIBSE.
* Experience with energy-efficient design practices and sustainable technologies in data centres.
* Familiarity with commissioning processes and quality assurance in electrical installations.