Senior Electrical Engineer - Data Centre Construction

3D Personnel Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

3D Personnel Ltd seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer for a major data centre project in Blyth, Northumberland. You will manage electrical engineering delivery and subcontractor performance on site, ensuring conformance with specifications and safety standards.

The role requires a strong track record in M&E contracting and data centre experience, with leadership and coordination across install, testing and handover activities. Based in the Blyth area with on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience within an M&E contracting environment.
• Previous data centre construction experience is essential.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical building services and power distribution systems.
• Proven experience managing electrical subcontractors on large construction projects.
• Good understanding of installation coordination, testing and handover.
• Excellent communication, leadership and technical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Report to the MEP Lead and oversee electrical construction and engineering delivery.
• Manage electrical subcontractors and coordinate installation activities.
• Oversee electrical systems including power distribution, containment, lighting and associated services.
• Coordinate technical drawings, installation details and design interfaces.
• Review engineering documentation, technical submissions and construction information.
• Monitor programme progress, installation sequencing and subcontractor performance.
• Ensure electrical works comply with approved specifications and safety requirements.
• Manage documentation for inspections, testing, handover and quality compliance.
• Oversee preparation of electrical test packs and handover records.
• Ensure subcontractors maintain high standards of health and safety.

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Data Centre Construction

Location: Blyth, Northumberland

Our client is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to manage electrical engineering and subcontractor delivery on a major data centre development in Blyth, Northumberland.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience delivering electrical packages within a main contracting or M&E contracting environment, including previous data centre project experience.

The Role

• Report to the MEP Lead and oversee electrical construction and engineering delivery

• Manage electrical subcontractors and coordinate installation activities

• Oversee electrical systems including power distribution, containment, lighting and associated services

• Coordinate technical drawings, installation details and design interfaces

• Review engineering documentation, technical submissions and construction information

• Monitor programme progress, installation sequencing and subcontractor performance

• Ensure electrical works comply with approved specifications and safety requirements

• Manage documentation for inspections, testing, handover and quality compliance

• Oversee preparation of electrical test packs and handover records

• Ensure subcontractors maintain high standards of health and safety

Candidate Requirements

• 10+ years' experience within an M&E contracting environment

• Previous data centre construction experience is essential

• Degree in Electrical Engineering

• Strong technical understanding of electrical building services and power distribution systems

• Proven experience managing electrical subcontractors on large construction projects

• Good understanding of installation coordination, testing and handover

• Excellent communication, leadership and technical problem-solving skills

Location & Travel

Candidates living within 60 miles of Blyth will receive strong preference, with those within 90 miles also considered favourably.

For qualifying candidates living more than 60 miles away, Monday to Thursday accommodation and a £160 weekly tax-free allowance may be provided, subject to acceptable proof of address and applicable tax rules.

Flights and accommodation are also available for suitable candidates travelling from Ireland and mainland Europe on a 10 days on / 4 days off rotation.