Electrical Engineer

CBRE, Inc.; Burton upon Trent; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Multi-Skilled Electrical Bias Engineer to join our team at Burton upon Trent. The role focuses on maintaining and upgrading electrical systems with emphasis on critical environments such as data centres or trading floors.

You will respond to issues, perform preventative maintenance and ensure safety and compliance across client sites. The ideal candidate will hold 18th Edition certification, experience with UPS systems and a strong understanding of power quality,

Qualifications

• 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations certification is required.
• Experience with BMS, HVAC, and data centre environments is desirable.
• COSHH and risk assessments knowledge is preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdown maintenance requests within SLA timelines.
• Maintain and repair modular UPS systems and diagnose power quality issues.
• Conduct risk-focused maintenance and monitor critical systems.
• Provide emergency response and elevate urgent issues.
• Complete reactive Helpdesk requests and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Undertake site surveys, produce method statements and risk assessments.
• Install and upgrade plant equipment and interpret technical drawings.
• Monitor environmental conditions and equipment loading.
• Ensure compliance with financial and health & safety processes.
• Prepare incident reports and root cause analyses for system outages.

Skills

Electrical bias

Maintenance

UPS systems

Data centres

Electrical safety

Job description

Multi-Skilled Electrical Bias Engineer

Location: Burton upon Trent

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

CBRE is the global leader in real estate services, operating in 48 countries with over 70,000 employees. We deliver integrated facilities and corporate real estate management solutions to some of the world’s most respected companies. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Bias Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong electrical background and experience in critical environments such as data centres or trading floors. You’ll be responsible for maintaining and upgrading electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety across our client sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdown maintenance requests within SLA timelines.
• Maintain and repair modular UPS systems and diagnose power quality issues.
• Conduct risk-focused maintenance and monitor critical systems.
• Provide emergency response and elevate urgent issues.
• Complete reactive Helpdesk requests and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Undertake site surveys, produce method statements and risk assessments.
• Install and upgrade plant equipment and interpret technical drawings.
• Monitor environmental conditions and equipment loading.
• Ensure compliance with financial and health & safety processes.
• Prepare incident reports and root cause analyses for system outages.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations certification.

Desirable:

• Experience with BMS, HVAC systems, chilled water circuits, and chilled beams.
• Understanding of CDM processes and H&S procedures (COSHH, Risk Assessments, etc.).
• Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH/NEBOSH).
• Testing and inspection of electrical systems.
• Familiarity with emergency response protocols.
• Authorised Person certification (e.g., AP15/12).
• Water hygiene knowledge (L8).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a global leader in real estate services.
• Be part of a supportive and professional team.
• Opportunities for career development and training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.