Senior Electrical Systems Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global recruitment platform is seeking a Senior Data Centre Systems Design Engineer to lead the design of innovative electrical solutions for data centre projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in electrical design, particularly within the data centre sector. This role offers exciting international project work and flexible hybrid working options.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working options

Career development and learning opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 6–10 years’ experience in electrical design, ideally in the data centre sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of power distribution, control systems & automation.
• Expertise in LV & MV electrical equipment standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical system design and development for data centre projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, EU codes, and relevant building regulations.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Senior Data Centre Systems Design Engineer

Hybrid – Greater London | International Project Scope

Bring your expertise to a high-impact role designing the future of mission-critical infrastructure. We’re seeking a Senior Data Centre Systems Design Engineer to lead the development of innovative electrical solutions for global data centre projects.

About the Role

You’ll take the lead in designing and developing LV, MV, UPS, and energy storage systems, collaborating with diverse teams across engineering, operations, and sales. This role combines deep technical expertise with client-facing engagement, influencing industry direction and ensuring cutting-edge, compliant, and sustainable solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Lead electrical system design and development for data centre projects
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions
• Ensure compliance with IEC, EU codes, and relevant building regulations
• Provide technical leadership from concept to implementation
• Engage with clients, consultants, and partners as an industry expert
• Stay ahead of industry trends to drive design innovation
• Support marketing activities and represent the business at industry events
• Travel for site reviews, audits, and project support as needed

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s )
• 6–10 years’ experience in electrical design, ideally in the data centre sector
• Strong technical knowledge of power distribution, control systems & automation
• Expertise in LV & MV electrical equipment standards and regulations
• Proven ability to solve complex engineering challenges
• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative mindset
• Bonus: Sustainable design experience or project management qualifications

Why Join

• Work on challenging, high-profile international projects
• Flexible hybrid working options
• Career development and learning opportunities
• Collaborative, innovative culture
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Apply today to shape the electrical systems powering tomorrow’s data centres.