Senior Data Centre Electrical Engineer — Hybrid, Lead & Impact

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Career development opportunities

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for their London office, working in the Data Centre sector. The ideal candidate will lead the design of electrical systems, support conceptual design development, and provide client advice. Required qualifications include chartered status or relevant experience, technical knowledge of UK regulations, and proficiency in design software like AutoCAD and Revit MEP. Benefits provided include work-life balance support, inclusivity programs, and corporate health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team, and effectively lead, direct and mentor individuals.
• Understanding of the Tier classifications as defined by The Uptime Institute, TIA-942 and EN 50600.
• IT literate with a technical understanding of relevant IT packages.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in developing conceptual designs for electrical distribution systems.
• Provide advice to clients regarding electrical systems/requirements.
• Lead the design of data centre electrical systems and equipment.

Skills

Large power (11 kV) distribution systems

Electrical building load assessments

Standby generation and UPS

Fire/voice alarm and security systems

Data centres and financial services establishments

Lighting design (internal and external)

Lifts

Combined heat and power plant

Education

Chartered status with CIBSE or IET (or working toward it)

Technical knowledge of UK & EU regulations

Tools

ETAP software

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Trimble (formerly Amtech)

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for their London office, working in the Data Centre sector. The ideal candidate will lead the design of electrical systems, support conceptual design development, and provide client advice. Required qualifications include chartered status or relevant experience, technical knowledge of UK regulations, and proficiency in design software like AutoCAD and Revit MEP. Benefits provided include work-life balance support, inclusivity programs, and corporate health initiatives.