Job Description
Job Title: Principal / Associate Electrical Design Engineer - Data Centres
Location: London
Salary: Competitive (with amazing benefits)
Experience Level: 10+ years
Company Overview:
We are a leading engineering firm with a strong presence in the data centre sector, committed to delivering innovative and sustainable electrical solutions. Our London-based office is expanding, and we are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Principal / Associate Electrical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge data centre projects while contributing to a culture of teamwork, creativity, and continuous development.
Role Overview:
As a Principal / Associate Electrical Design Engineer specialising in data centres, you will take a leadership role in designing and delivering electrical systems for large-scale, high-tech data centre projects. You will collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure the successful execution of complex projects, providing technical guidance and expertise throughout the design and implementation stages.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage electrical design projects, particularly for data centre facilities, from concept to completion.
* Ensure the delivery of high-quality electrical design solutions that meet client specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.
* Engage with clients directly, presenting design proposals, offering solutions to their challenges, and maintaining strong client relationships.
* Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, structural, and civil engineers, to provide integrated design solutions.
* Offer guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and support team members in their professional development.
* Adapt to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and proactive problem-solving to ensure timely project delivery.
* Review and approve design calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports.
* Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and technologies, particularly those relevant to data centres.
Qualifications & Skills:
* A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
* Ideally, around 10 years of relevant experience in electrical design, with a focus on data centres or similar complex facilities.
* Extensive experience in electrical system design (power distribution, UPS, lighting, emergency systems, etc.) and a deep understanding of the electrical infrastructure needs for data centres.
* Strong client-facing skills with the confidence to present design solutions and represent the company at meetings and site visits.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to team members.
* Proficiency with industry-standard design software and tools.
* Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and best practices (e.g., NEC, IEC, BSI, etc.).
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
* Opportunity to work on high-profile, innovative projects within the data centre sector.
* A dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and career development.
* Flexibility and a collaborative approach to work that adapts to the needs of each project and team member.
How to Apply:
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making an impact in the data centre sector, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
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