Senior / Principal Power Systems Engineer

Black & White Engineering; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development support

Mentorship opportunities

Global project exposure

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Manchester seeks an experienced engineer to design MV and HV electrical systems for complex data centre projects. You will be involved in crucial inspections and technical discussions with clients, while mentoring colleagues and enhancing your career within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in power system studies and a passion for professional development. Join us to make a significant impact in modern infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with MV and HV electrical systems design for data centres is a must.
• Proficient in analyzing electrical systems and standards.
• Strong client-facing and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design MV and HV electrical systems for complex data centre projects.
• Travel for site inspections and represent the team in technical discussions.
• Support and mentor colleagues within an engineering team.

Skills

Advanced power systems studies

Load flow analysis

Fault protection engineering

Client representation

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Job description

Are you ready to embark on a journey where expertise and innovation combine to deliver power systems solutions for complex data centre challenges? Your focus will be on designing MV and HV electrical systems and solutions for complex and challenging global datacentre projects.

What's in it for you

• Go deep technically with advanced power‑systems studies (load flow, fault, protection, harmonics, arc‑flash, earthing) and publish specifications, reports and protection strategies that set project standards.
• See your designs come to life—travel to UK & overseas sites for inspections, FATs and SATs; represent the team in external meetings and be the trusted technical voice with clients.
• Lead and be recognised—mentor colleagues, guide delivery, and (where it fits) run workstreams as you build on your current capabilities to support your continued career development
• Thrive in a values‑led culture—Accountability, Integrity, Simplicity, Support and Quality aren’t posters on a wall; they’re how we plan, decide and celebrate wins.
• Deliver critical impact: You’ll design the backbone of modern digital infrastructure, grow your authority in MV/HV power systems, and be trusted to lead work that truly matters.

The projects you will be working on are with major players in the data centre sector where the company has established relationships. Not only will you have your chance to work on some of the key projects across Europe but also be part of a supportive engineering community in the UK, you will also be supported by the global engineering design centres.

In addition, you will be joining a community that focuses on learning and development through regular lunch and learn sessions, investment in accredited professional courses or educational programmes and support towards chartered engineer status if you so desire. you can set the pace for your professional development, and whatever path you choose, you will receive support.

Company Overview

Black & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy, with over 1000 employees in teams based in our UK, European, Middle East and Asia Pacific offices.

We have been providing a wide range of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) engineering consultancy services since 2007 and have now expanded our Civil and Structural Engineering capabilities as well as other specialist practices including Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, BMS, Design Management and Acoustic design and management.

Our engineering expertise reaches across all sectors of the construction industry, providing pragmatic and practical design solutions to ensure our projects are spatially and operationally efficient. Our design process fully considers the installation and maintenance practicalities on site.

With Black & White's exponential growth over the last few years, numerous colleagues have progressed their careers successfully. You will be able to make an impact both internally and with clients and receive suitable recognition.

Ready to take the lead? Apply now and let’s build something extraordinary together.