Senior Electrical Engineer

Vantage Data Centers; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data center infrastructure provider in the City Of London is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their Design & Engineering team. The ideal candidate will oversee innovative electrical design solutions for data center projects, possessing at least 5 years of experience in electrical power design and construction. Proficiency in AutoCAD and knowledge of data center design are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Above market total compensation package

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in electrical power design and construction.
• Preferred expertise in data centre design.
• Working knowledge of building and fire codes.

Responsibilities

• Investigate new technologies and develop business cases for implementation.
• Participate in all aspects of electrical design and engineering.
• Conduct field investigations for site coordination.

Skills

Electrical power design

UPS systems

Data centre design

AutoCAD

Arc flash mitigation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

ETAP modelling software

Job description

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud, and AI providers, as well as large enterprises. Developing and operating across markets in North America, Europe and APAC, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Position Description

Vantage is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to be part of our Design & Engineering team, steering innovative design and engineering solutions for our data centre projects. In this multifaceted role, you’ll manage the design development process, collaborating with the broader design team, our construction management, and equipment procurement teams. Tasked with engineering challenges, you will lead investigations using diverse tools and resources to identify the best solutions for the business.

A comprehensive understanding of all facets of electrical engineering, including UPS systems, generators, and datacentre distribution topologies, is essential.

Essential Job Functions

• Investigate new technologies, solutions, and develop business cases for implementation.
• Participate in all aspects of electrical design and engineering including conceptual design, basis of design, scope of work, development of construction documents.
• Drive project-level tasks and milestones.
• Subject matter expert responsible for technical reviews including designs, submittals, RFIs and engineering studies/assessments against business needs.
• Visit job sites for field investigations and coordination meetings.

Duties

• Develop and review project specifications, schematic drawings, design documents, submittals, and commissioning scripts.
• Perform engineering analyses for loads, lighting levels, and short-circuit currents, including photometric, coordination, and arc flash mitigation studies.
• Review sequence of operations for all electrical systems.
• Conduct distribution analysis focusing on de-risking aspects of the electrical infrastructure.
• Attend design meetings and ensure engineering standards and specifications are met in construction.
• Conduct value engineering analysis, and provide system recommendations based on ROI and IRR analysis.
• Review and provide feedback on project plans and participate in gating approvals.
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams for optimized and streamlined product delivery.
• Attend on-site job walks and meetings for hands-on project engagement.
• Assist Site Operations in troubleshooting and tuning existing systems.
• Execute additional tasks as directed by management.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited university or college with substantial experience in electrical design and construction.
• Minimum of 5 years in electrical power design and construction, ideally 7.
• Preferred expertise in data centre design.
• Working knowledge of critical power infrastructure within a data centre project from external power supply to end circuit supply to the racks.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Excel, Word, AmpCalc and ETAP modelling software.
• Understanding of Revit, BIM and Navisworks environments.
• Working knowledge of all building and fire codes, including IEC standards.
• National and international travel required is expected to be 10 to 15%, but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Vantage Data Centre s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don’t meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.