Mandarin Speaking Electrical Data Centre Engineer

ELP Consult Ltd.; Slough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ELP Consult Ltd. is seeking a Mandarin-speaking Electrical Data Centre Engineer to join our London Data Centre team in Slough. You will lead electrical operations, ensure compliance with standards, and drive reliability across the facility.

Responsibilities include supervising the FM team, approving procedures, performing audits, and conducting root-cause analyses for power incidents. The role requires strong communication and collaboration with IT and facilities teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• CEng or IEng qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead overseeing the Facility Management (FM) team to ensure all electrical operations align with global standards and SLAs.
• Review and approve critical operational documents, including MOP, SOP, and EOP.
• Conduct regular audits of maintenance records and onsite activities to ensure high standards of execution and safety compliance.
• Lead RCA for power-related incidents and identify SPOFs with mitigation measures.
• Oversee high-risk electrical operations including UPS bypass, generator load testing, and HV switching.
• Review electrical system modifications and capacity expansion plans to safeguard live IT operations.
• Support long-term CAPEX planning through equipment health assessments and lifecycle analysis.
• Drive energy efficiency initiatives by analysing power distribution performance and PUE trends.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory and regulatory requirements and promote Electrical Safety Programs.

Skills

Electrical Power Engineering

Stress management

Communication & teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related

CEng or IEng preferred

Tools

Electrical calculation software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Mandarin Speaking Electrical Data Centre Engineer

Slough, United Kingdom | Posted on 12/06/2026

To support the continued growth of our UK operations, we are looking for a motivated and experienced professional to join our London Data Centre as an Engineer.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the construction, operation, maintenance, and optimization of Data Centre electrical facilities, ensuring operational reliability, compliance, and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Act as the technical lead overseeing the Facility Management (FM) team to ensure all electrical operations align with global standards and SLAs.

Review and approve critical operational documents, including Method of Procedure (MOP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOP).

Conduct regular audits of maintenance records and onsite activities to ensure high standards of execution and safety compliance.

2. Technical Authority & Risk Mitigation

Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for complex electrical issues and lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for power-related incidents.

Identify potential Single Points of Failure (SPOF) and oversee mitigation measures.

Provide technical supervision and approval for high-risk electrical operations, including UPS bypass, generator load testing, and HV switching activities.

3. Strategic Asset & Lifecycle Management

Review and approve electrical system modifications and capacity expansion plans to ensure no impact on live IT operations.

Support long-term CAPEX planning through equipment health assessments and lifecycle analysis.

Drive energy efficiency initiatives by analysing power distribution performance and PUE trends.

4. Compliance & Safety Standards

Ensure all electrical systems comply with local statutory and regulatory requirements.

Promote and enforce compliance with Electrical Safety Programs, including LOTO and Arc Flash protection procedures.

Requirements

Education & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline

CEng or IEng qualification preferred

Experience:

Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Data Centre operations on the electrical side

Candidates with less experience may be considered for junior positions.

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of Electrical Power Engineering

Familiarity with electrical calculation software

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Personal Attributes:

Positive attitude with strong teamwork spirit

Good stress management skills

Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills