Principal Electrical Engineer, Critical Facilities Engineering Standards and Programs

TN United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead global electrical engineering programs for critical facilities. This role focuses on innovating operating practices to enhance performance and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize power delivery systems. You will be at the forefront of maintaining critical infrastructure, ensuring operational excellence, and driving sustainability initiatives. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical engineering program ownership.
• Expertise in critical power and electrical distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and maintenance of electrical systems for critical facilities.
• Drive the development of operating policies and best practices.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Critical Power Systems

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Certification in Process/Program Management

Degree in Electrical Engineering

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Principal Electrical Engineer, Critical Facilities Engineering Standards and Programs, Slough

Client: Equinix

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 15ac1d544a51

Job Views: 9

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners, and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences, and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

Job Summary

Become a global electrical engineering program leader, focusing on critical facility operations. Innovate and implement effective operating practices to drive continuous improvement in operating performance. Collaborate with Equinix and external stakeholders to establish robust operating policies, optimize the selection of efficient power delivery systems, and ensure Equinix's operating requirements are met.

Responsibilities

1. Foster proactive engagement with regional operations to develop global technical programs supporting critical facilities engineering across Data Center Operations.
2. Lead the planning, implementation, and maintenance of electrical systems for critical facilities.
3. Drive the development and implementation of operating policies, procedures, and best practices, regularly updating them to reflect changing requirements.
4. Facilitate global communication and knowledge-sharing among operations teams to drive continual improvement in operating policies and practices.
5. Ensure that operating and maintenance decisions are informed by data-driven analysis and promptly communicated to all stakeholders.
6. Lead and execute global initiatives to maximize reliability, improve cost performance, enhance sustainability, and optimize operating models.
7. Develop and oversee training programs for critical facilities engineers and managers, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills to manage electrical systems effectively.
8. Provide expert guidance and decision-making within the Global Operations Engineering (GOE) team and collaborate with other relevant groups on electrical systems and issues.
9. Stay abreast of industry trends and collaborate with external data center industry consortiums to identify and implement new best practices for enhancing operating performance.
10. Represent Equinix by participating in and presenting at industry conferences, boards, and consortiums.

Qualifications

1. Proven years of professional experience preferred in electrical engineering program ownership including aspects of design, operating practices, repair and maintenance, and training focusing on data center or mission-critical power delivery systems.
2. Certification in process/program management or equivalent is preferred.
3. Expertise in critical power and electrical distribution, industrial control solutions, and standard operating procedures.
4. Strong critical facility engineering knowledge, including hands-on experience in managing or operating a facility.
5. Technical proficiency in critical power and cooling systems, life safety, and environmental compliance.
6. Experience in technical writing, including the development of policies and procedures.
7. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
8. Ability to work autonomously on projects and initiatives, identifying and solving problems effectively.
9. Availability to participate in meetings across multiple time zones and willingness to travel as needed and be on-call.