Electrical Engineer

CBRE, Inc.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate services leader in Leicester is seeking an experienced Electrical Bias Engineer. This role involves maintaining and upgrading electrical systems, particularly in critical environments such as data centres. Candidates should possess a strong electrical background, experience with modular UPS systems, and relevant certifications like the 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations. The position offers opportunities for career development, a competitive salary, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining and upgrading electrical systems in critical environments.
• Knowledge of emergency response protocols and procedures.
• Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH/NEBOSH) preferable.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdown maintenance requests within SLA timelines.
• Maintain and repair modular UPS systems.
• Conduct risk-focused maintenance and monitor critical systems.
• Prepare incident reports and root cause analyses.

Skills

Electrical bias expertise

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations certification

Job description

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.

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.
• 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.

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.

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.