Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

Haskoning; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Laptop & company phone

Training & development

Inclusive culture

Office in Frankfurt am Main

Job summary

Haskoning in Frankfurt am Main seeks an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/Data Centres) to design and deliver electrical systems for mission critical facilities. You will lead electrical work packages, develop 3D/BIM models, write technical specs, review tenders, and coordinate with global teams on live data centre projects.

Applicants should hold a bachelor or master in electrical engineering, have 5+ years in electrical design, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master degree in electrical engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years of electrical design experience.
• Strong knowledge of standard design practices in the industry.
• Excellent English communication, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver electrical work packages across multiple projects.
• Define scope and manage design objectives; produce project docs for contractors and authorities.
• Write technical specs and reports for tender and execution phases.
• Assist PM with cost reviews and risk assessments.
• Develop vendor relationships and ensure ongoing professional development.
• Review pre-qualifications and tender evaluation summaries.
• Evaluate proposals for vendor selection and recommendations.
• Draft technical specs for tenders and contracts.
• Represent the company on factory acceptance tests and site commissioning.
• Communicate project status to directors and clients as required.

Skills

Electrical design

English proficiency

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Entrepreneurial mindset

Client relations

3D/BIM modelling

Education

Bachelor/Master in Electrical Engineering

Tools

3D/BIM modelling

Job description

Haskoning is a global leader in the design and engineering of Mission Critical Facilities, particularly in the data center industry. Our dedicated MCF Data Centre team collaborates with top data center providers across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the UK to create innovative and sustainable solutions. As digital technologies continue to drive global growth, we are expanding our team and offer exciting opportunities for experienced professionals to join us in key locations such as the Netherlands, Germany, the KSA, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, and the UK.

What you do as a Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

As Electrical Lead Engineer you must prove yourself to some of the most demanding customers in the world and work pro-actively with our colleagues across the globe. Beyond the standard features of a building, our MCF projects require specific and advanced knowledge and skills. What our clients have in common, is the need for a proactive Electrical Lead Engineer. With your technical and 3D/BIM modelling skills, you know how to efficiently engineer and model design.

Responsibilities

Beyond the standard features of a building, a data centre requires more of your knowledge and skills. You will design and work on power supplies of 5 volts DC to 150 kV substations and all distribution, storage, redundancy and uninterruptible power supplies thereby apply. In addition, you ensure maximum security of a data centre by working on the most effective and inventive installations related to fire protection, intrusion protection and access control! Our Brown Field Services team is always working in a live data centre, Risk management, execute assessments, Testing and Commissioning protocols belong to your daily work. Your main responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage and deliver the electrical work packages in multiple projects;
• Identify the scope, design and management objectives and deliver project documentation, ensuring the quality and flow of information required for contractors, vendors and regulatory authorities;
• Write technical specifications and reports;
• Assist the project manager in the preparation / review of project costs, risk assessments;
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships ensuring continuous technical professional development;
• Review contractor pre-qualifications and prepared tender evaluation summaries for tender reviews;
• Evaluate proposals and recommendations to the client regarding vendor selection;
• Write technical specifications for tenders;
• Represent RHDHV on factory acceptance tests and site testing & commissioning activities;
• Communicate status of projects to internal directors and external stakeholders (clients) on an ad-hoc and formal basis.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team where your work will be cross borders, native and home based. In addition to participating in projects, you naturally also contribute to the optimization of our internal business processes and to safeguarding and sharing knowledge within your field. In this way, we continue to develop ourselves continuously!

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, 'Enhancing Society Together,' drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

As our new Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres) you will become part of the team Mission Critical Facilities. Our global Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team provides a multidisciplinary package of consultancy services for our datacenter clients. We provide strategic, tactical, and operational advice to our clients, including colocation datacentres, internet service providers, and telecom companies. Our team consists of colleagues with all kinds of different expertise. For example, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction, civil, structure, building, architecture, fire safety, control engineering, and security technology. Together we use our knowledge and expertise to develop integrated designs for Data Centres. Curious about our work? Here you will find examples of some our projects.

You will join a leading market and work with a dedicated and passionate team ranked as one of the best Data Centre design & engineering teams globally.

What you bring

You are an entrepreneurial, result oriented, proactive individual with a positive flexible and problem-solving attitude. Besides that, you have:

• A bachelor and/or master degree in electrical engineering;
• At least 5 years relevant working experience in electrical design and / or installation;
• Good knowledge of standard practices in the design and construction industry;
• Good understanding of the daily (operational) business of our clients;
• An entrepreneurial, proactive and flexible attitude;
• Result oriented and have a proactive problem solving attitude;
• You perform best in a multidisciplinary team;
• You have excellent communication skills towards colleagues and clients;
• You have a good command of English both written and spoken.

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What We Offer

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary with annual increases.
• Prioritisation of your well-being: by offering flexibility, support and a strong sense of community to ensure work and personal life go hand in hand, including a laptop and company cell phone;
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment where people come first, diversity is embraced, team spirit is high, and everyone is approachable. And with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.
• A workplace in our office in Frankfurt a.M.

Do you have any questions about the role or the process? You can always contact David Salt, Associate Director MCF Germany, at [e-mail] or Christian De Visser, Recruiter, at [e-mail].

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

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