Senior Electrical Engineer

Eligo Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in data centre design. You will work on complex electrical designs for critical environments across London, Birmingham, and Bristol. Responsibilities include designing power distribution systems and conducting technical analyses. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in data centre electrical design, proficiency in relevant software, and hold a degree in Electrical Engineering. The role offers a hybrid work-life balance and opportunities for technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in electrical design for Data Centres or high-availability environments.
• Deep understanding of BS 7671 and specific data centre standards.
• Comfortable working across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Designing complex redundancy models for Tier III and IV data centres.
• Engineering the full power chain including MV Switchgear and LV Distribution Boards.
• Performing protection coordination studies and arc flash analysis.

Skills

Electrical design expertise

Cable sizing calculations

3D design proficiency

Technical analysis

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered (CEng) or actively pursuing with IET/CIBSE

Tools

Amtech/ProDesign

ETAP or SKM

Revit MEP

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer (Data Centre Design)

Permanent | London, Bristol or Birmingham (hybrid)

Role Overview

• Location: London, Birmingham, or Bristol (Hybrid).
• Basis: Full-time, Permanent.
• Salary Guide: £60,000 – £85,000 (DOE) Critical Environment Allowance.
• Core Focus: MV/LV Distribution, UPS Systems, Backup Generation, and Protection Coordination.

Key Responsibilities

This is a hands‑on design role. You will be expected to own the electrical design from concept to commissioning:

• System Architecture: Designing complex redundancy models (N 1, 2N, 2N 1) for Tier III and IV data centres.
• Power Distribution: Engineering the full power chain, including Medium Voltage (MV) Switchgear, Step‑down Transformers, and Low Voltage (LV) Distribution Boards.
• Critical Power Path: Specifying and sizing UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems, Battery Energy Storage (BESS), and Backup Diesel/Gas Generators.
• Technical Analysis: Performing protection coordination studies, short‑circuit calculations, and arc flash analysis.
• BIM & Modelling: Producing detailed 3D models and schematics, ensuring seamless integration with mechanical cooling and structural elements.

Experience & Qualifications

• Sector Expertise: Significant experience in electrical design for Data Centres or other high‑availability environments (e.g., Hospitals, Investment Banks).
• Software Mastery:
  • Amtech / ProDesign (for cable sizing and calculations).
  • ETAP or SKM (for power system analysis and fault studies).
  • Revit MEP (for hands‑on 3D design).
• Regulations: Deep understanding of BS 7671 (Wiring Regs) and specific data centre standards like Uptime Institute Tiers or EN 50600.
• Professional Status: Degree in Electrical Engineering; Chartered (CEng) or actively pursuing with IET/CIBSE.

Personal Attributes

• Technically Granular: You are the person who double‑checks the discriminating breakers and cable ratings yourself.
• Adaptable: Comfortable working across the London, Birmingham, or Bristol hubs, with the communication skills to lead client‑facing technical meetings.
• Resilient: Thrives under the pressure of "zero‑downtime" project requirements.

Why Join Us?

You will be at the forefront of the UK's digital backbone. We offer a hybrid work‑life balance that respects your focus time while providing the collaborative environment needed to solve complex engineering challenges.

Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.