Electrical QA Engineer - Data Centre Mission-Critical Project

RTL Group Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for an experienced Electrical QA Engineer to join a significant data centre project. Candidates should have a solid electrical engineering background and proven QA/QC experience, ideally in mission-critical environments or large commercial projects. Responsibilities include managing QA/QC processes, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with standards. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities within a fast-growing sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary or day rate

Long-term, high-profile data centre project

Opportunity to work in a fast-growing mission-critical sector

Clear scope and responsibility within a structured QA team

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering background (Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
• Proven experience as an Electrical QA Engineer or QA/QC Engineer.
• Experience on data centres, mission-critical, pharmaceutical, or large commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations).
• Understanding of LV/MV systems, UPS, generators, switchgear, and earthing systems.
• Experience with inspection, testing, and commissioning procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation control.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the electrical QA/QC processes across the data centre project.
• Review and approve ITPs, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Carry out site inspections to ensure installations comply with drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with BS 7671, project specifications, and client requirements.
• Monitor quality of LV/MV power systems, containment, earthing, and life-safety systems.
• Witness and record testing, inspections, and commissioning activities.
• Manage snagging, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and close-out actions.
• Review red-line drawings and support as-built documentation.
• Liaise with construction, commissioning, and client teams on quality matters.
• Support final handover, O&M manuals, and quality records.

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for an experienced Electrical QA Engineer to join a significant data centre project. Candidates should have a solid electrical engineering background and proven QA/QC experience, ideally in mission-critical environments or large commercial projects. Responsibilities include managing QA/QC processes, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with standards. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities within a fast-growing sector.