Senior Electrical Engineer

Talent Motion; City Of London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

8% pension contribution

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Career progression

Job summary

Talent Motion invites applications for a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead Data Centre projects in a London-based role with exposure to developers, investors and operators. You will own design development, review submissions and mentor junior engineers, spanning feasibility through to handover on mission-critical schemes.

Ideal candidates will be versed in UK regulations, LV systems, UPS, lighting design and proficient with Amtech/Etap, Dialux, AutoCAD/Revit, delivering high-quality design

Qualifications

• Fully versed in UK building regulations, British Standards and CIBSE Standards.
• Ideally aware of LV systems, standby generation plant, UPS systems, lighting, small power, fire detection, earthing and lighting protection.
• Proficiency in electrical protection and discrimination using software such as Amtech and/or Etap.
• Proficiency in lighting design using software such as Dialux.
• Familiar with 2D and 3D drawing software such as AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Report writing and presentation skills.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective client and professional team liaison skills.
• Participates effectively and constructively in teams.
• Diligence, rigour and attention to detail.
• Effective project planning and administration.
• Time management skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Creativity, vision and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make decisions appropriate to the position.

Responsibilities

• Design studies and calculations.
• Contribution to all RIBA design stages.
• Production of detailed design deliverables including drawings, schedules, specifications and reports.
• Production of due diligence reports.
• Provide technical surveys detailing existing M&E services infrastructure.
• Carrying out feasibility studies.
• Full responsibility for completing projects.
• Performs the role of key contact person on projects.
• Attending co‑ordination meetings, workshops and client progress meetings.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contractor monitoring and oversight.
• Peer review and client monitoring roles.
• Building long term relationships and focus on repeat business.
• Mentor and manage junior engineers.
• Check and approve contractor shop drawings and technical submittals prior to construction.
• Witness and review tests and mock‑ups carried out both on and off site.
• Inspect works and issue quality, defects and practical completion lists.

Skills

UK building regs

CIBSE Standards

LV systems awareness

Standby generation/UPS

Lighting design

2D/3D drawing

Client liaison

Project coordination

Time management

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Tools

Amtech

Etap

Dialux

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer – Data Centre | Property Consultancy | London | Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Excellent Package

Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking to work on major Data Centre developments while gaining exposure to the commercial side of project delivery?

We're working exclusively with a leading global Property Consultancy that is continuing to grow its specialist Data Centre Building Services team.

You may already have experience of the Data Centre sector, or you may be looking for the opportunity to gain experience in this growing sector.

Unlike a traditional MEP consultancy, this role places you much closer to the client, giving you direct involvement with developers, investors and operators delivering some of the most significant Data Centre projects in the market.

Working within a multidisciplinary property consultancy environment, you'll lead the mechanical design and delivery of mission‑critical projects from feasibility through to completion, acting as a trusted advisor to clients while coordinating internal teams, external consultants and contractors.

This is an opportunity to combine technical engineering expertise with a broader understanding of commercial property, asset performance and project strategy—developing skills that extend well beyond design consultancy.

The Role

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll take ownership of Data Centre projects, ensuring successful delivery to programme, budget and quality requirements. You'll be responsible for leading design development, reviewing technical submissions, managing stakeholder relationships and mentoring engineers within the team.

The role offers exposure to every stage of project delivery, from due diligence and feasibility studies through to construction, commissioning and handover.

Essential Skills

• Fully versed in UK building regulations, British Standards and CIBSE Standards.
• Ideally aware of LV systems, standby generation plant, UPS systems, lighting, small power, fire detection, earthing and lighting protection etc.
• Proficiency in electrical protection and discrimination using software such as Amtech and/or Etap
• Proficiency in lighting design using software such as Dialux
• Familiar with 2D and 3D drawing software such as AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Effective client and professional team liaison skills
• Participates effectively and constructively in teams
• Diligence, rigour and attention to detail
• Effective project planning and administration
• Time management skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams
• Creativity, vision and problem-solving skills
• Ability to make decisions appropriate to the position

Responsibilities

• Design studies and calculations
• Contribution to all RIBA design stages
• Production of detailed design deliverables including drawings, schedules, specifications and reports
• Production of due diligence reports
• Provide technical surveys detailing existing M&E services infrastructure
• Carrying out feasibility studies
• Full responsibility for completing projects
• Performs the role of key contact person on projects
• Attending co‑ordination meetings, workshops and client progress meetings
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Contractor monitoring and oversight
• Peer review and client monitoring roles
• Building long term relationships and focus on repeat business
• Mentor and manage junior engineers
• Check and approve contractor shop drawings and technical submittals prior to construction
• Witness and review tests and mock‑ups carried out both on and off site
• Inspect works and issue quality, defects and practical completion lists

Why Join?

The Data Centre sector continues to be one of the fastest‑growing sectors in the industry, and this business is at the centre of that growth.

You'll benefit from a strong pipeline of client‑led projects, direct access to decision‑makers, structured professional development and a collaborative environment where commercial awareness is developed alongside technical excellence.

Package includes salary up to £65,000, annual bonus, 8% pension contribution, private healthcare, life assurance and genuine long‑term career progression.

As part of their benefits package, they offer an annual bonus circa 10% of salary (this has been higher in recent years). Unlike traditional consultants their bonus scheme is a fundamental part of their remuneration.