Electrical Site Engineer - Data Centre

Paravon Group; Uusimaa; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Paravon Group in Finland is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Engineer to lead electrical installations on a major data centre project. The role focuses on LV/MV distribution, switchgear, transformers and UPS systems, with emphasis on safety, quality and timely delivery.

You will review drawings, coordinate subcontractors and liaise with project managers and commissioning teams on-site to deliver technically complex electrical works within a funded development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Electrical Engineer, Site Engineer or Electrical Project Engineer.
• Experience working for electrical/MEP/construction contractors is highly desirable.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical installations and power distribution systems.
• Experience coordinating electrical works and subcontractors on construction sites.
• Background in large-scale industrial, commercial, infrastructure or mission-critical construction projects.
• Relevant electrical engineering qualification or equivalent technical experience.
• Previous data centre construction experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Must be comfortable working full-time on-site in Finland.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate electrical installation activities on-site.
• Support the delivery of electrical infrastructure including LV/MV distribution, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems and related equipment.
• Review electrical drawings, technical specifications and installation documentation.
• Coordinate electrical subcontractors and ensure works are delivered per project requirements.
• Monitor installation quality, progress and compliance with construction programmes.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, engineers and commissioning teams.
• Identify and resolve technical issues arising during electrical installation.
• Support inspections, testing, commissioning preparation and project handover.
• Ensure all electrical works comply with relevant safety regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Electrical site coordination

Reading drawings

Electrical installations

On-site problem solving

Contractor coordination

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Job description

Electrical Site Engineer – Data Centre Construction

Location: Finland

Salary: Up to €90,000 per annum (subject to experience)

Working Pattern: Full-time, site-based

We are representing a rapidly expanding contractor delivering major data centre construction projects across Finland.

The company has recently secured a significant multimillion-euro funding round and has an extensive pipeline of major projects throughout Finland, offering excellent long-term career opportunities within a growing organisation.

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Engineer with a strong background in electrical installations, construction delivery and technical coordination to join the team on a major data centre development in Finland.

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience working for an electrical contractor, MEP contractor or main contractor, with a proven track record of supporting electrical works on large-scale construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate electrical installation activities on-site.
• Support the delivery of electrical infrastructure, including LV/MV distribution, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems and associated equipment.
• Review electrical drawings, technical specifications and installation documentation.
• Coordinate electrical subcontractors and ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.
• Monitor installation quality, progress and compliance with construction programmes.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, engineers and commissioning teams.
• Identify and resolve technical issues arising during electrical installation.
• Support inspections, testing, commissioning preparation and project handover.
• Ensure all electrical works comply with relevant safety regulations and quality standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer, Electrical Site Engineer or Electrical Project Engineer.
• Previous experience working for an electrical contractor, MEP contractor or construction contractor is highly desirable.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical installations and power distribution systems.
• Experience coordinating electrical works and subcontractors on construction sites.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Background in large-scale industrial, commercial, infrastructure or mission-critical construction projects.
• Relevant electrical engineering qualification or equivalent technical experience.
• Previous data centre construction experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Must be comfortable working full-time on-site in Finland.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to €90,000 per annum, depending on experience and final package.
• Join a well-funded, rapidly expanding contractor with significant financial backing.
• Extensive pipeline of major construction projects across Finland.
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on technically complex data centre developments.