Principal Electrical Engineer, Data Centre & MEP Lead

Arup; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup is hiring a Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer in London to lead electrical and MEP designs for SIT data centre projects worldwide. The role focuses on high-performance, net-zero aligned engineering with opportunities to assume project management duties and lead broader MEP initiatives, while mentoring junior staff.

We seek Chartered Engineers (or within 6–12 months of Chartered status) with strong data centre delivery experience, and a proven ability to collaborate with clients and

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer in Building Services or near completion (6–12 months to achieve).
• Significant experience developing and implementing electrical solutions across highly serviced buildings (hospitals, labs, data centres).
• Proficient with design/modelling software and ability to mentor junior members.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical and MEP designs for projects, accountable to project leaders and electrical discipline.
• Act as Project Manager for resourcing, delivery and project success.
• Lead development of innovative electrical designs for SIT buildings with cutting-edge technologies.
• Mentor and guide junior team members; delegate tasks effectively.
• Represent the team in internal/client meetings providing expert insights.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Data Centres Experience

Project Leadership

Education

Chartered Engineer (CIBSE / IET)

Tools

Design & Modelling Tools

Job description

Arup is hiring a Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer in London to lead electrical and MEP designs for SIT data centre projects worldwide. The role focuses on high-performance, net-zero aligned engineering with opportunities to assume project management duties and lead broader MEP initiatives, while mentoring junior staff.

We seek Chartered Engineers (or within 6–12 months of Chartered status) with strong data centre delivery experience, and a proven ability to collaborate with clients and