Technical Director - Electrical Engineering

Bryden Wood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-Day Fortnight

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme matching 5%

Learning CPDs

Job summary

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and Chartered status.
• 10+ years of professional experience in data centre projects.
• Deep knowledge of data centre typologies and technologies.
• Experience leading electrical design teams in a design consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for key parts of data centre projects across locations.
• Collaborate with Architecture, Structures, Civils and Sustainability and clients to deliver innovative designs.
• Mentor and supervise engineers and technicians to ensure technical excellence and team cohesion.
• Engage with data centre end users and contractors to deliver designs at all project stages.

Skills

Data centre leadership

Electrical design lead

Electrical distribution

Team leadership

Client engagement

Stakeholder management

QA/QC

Risk management

Mentoring

Communication

Data centre market knowledge

Board reporting

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Chartered Engineer

Job description

At Bryden Wood we are on a mission to accelerate decarbonisation, deploy new technologies and integrate design and delivery for critical infrastructure. We are inventive thinkers, designers, engineers, and technical experts who combine creativity with deep expertise. By integrating innovation and experience, we tackle complex challenges with the goal of shaping a better world for everyone.

THE OPPORTUNIT

YWe are seeking a talented and experienced Technical Director – Electrical Engineering to join our expanding data centre design team in London. We are looking for a professional with diverse data centre design experience to contribute to our dynamic, international global strategy and design consultancy

.As we continue to experience rapid growth, particularly in the data centre sector, we are excited to invite a passionate individual to help us shape large-scale, multidisciplinary data centre projects

.These projects are driven by the core values of integration, optimisation, and standardisation

.As part of our team, you will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and clients to develop innovative and complex designs. Your experience and expertise will play a pivotal role in driving project success through direct client engagement, fostering collaboration, and delivering efficient, high-quality solutions

.THE RO

LEYou will be the electrical design lead for key parts of our data centre project portfolio, working closely with all the other discipline leadership and design disciplines including Architecture, Structures, Civils and Sustainability and clients to deliver innovative designs. You wil

• l.be a recognised leader in data centre electrical design ideally across multiple international location
• s.Be familiar with typical electrical distribution typologie
• s.have a track record in running an electrical design team in a design consultanc
• y.Have extensive experience of working with data centre end users and/or general contractors delivering these project
• s.have a track record in delivering project designs at all project stage
• s.have extensive experience of working with data centre sector client
• s.have operated as an electrical lead and be able to demonstrate previous experience of ensuring technical excellence, productivity and oversight of engineers and technicians, assigning tasks, providing technical guidance, and ensuring team cohesion toward project goal
• s.be able to demonstrate a strong understanding the data centre sector and understand market trend
• s.be able to contribute to Board reporting and business development strategie
• s.manage project coordination, QA/QC procedures, and risk managemen
• t.mentor and inspire our design engineers across all level
• s.effectively communicate across all business level

s.WHAT WE N

• EEDDegree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and Charter
• ed.Minimum of 10 years of professional experience with previous experience of delivering Data Centre projects from a design perspecti
• ve.Deep knowledge of data centre typologies including current and emerging technologi
• es.Someone who can assist with strategic team growth and contribute to wider business development strategi
• es.Well organised/discipli
• nedExcellent presentation ski
• llsExcellent communication and teamwork ski
• llsA proactive and enthusiastic appro
• achA dynamic approach to problem solv
• ingWillingness to learn in a dynamic environm

entWHY JOIN

US? Our benefits package is designed to be the best in the sec

tor.
At Bryden Wood, we offer a range company perks*inclu

• ding:9-Day Fortnight: Enjoy one extra day off every other week - completely free, no extra hours required, and no change to your sa
• lary!Paid Professional Membership: We’ve got your memberships co
• veredPrivate Healthcare: Fully funded
• by usCareer Progression: Regular performance reviews to support your g
• rowthPension Scheme: We match contributions up
• to 5%Personal Accident Insurance: Financial protection in case of i
• njuryInsured Group Life Scheme: Security for your loved
• onesCycle to Work Scheme: Stay active and save on comm
• utingEV Scheme with Octopus: Go green with electric vehicle ben
• efitsFacilities: Safe bike storage and sh
• owersLearning Opportunities: Regular CPDs to keep you
• sharpFun & Social Events: Office lunches, outings, and monthly socials to keep things l

ive
*Benefits vary dependent upon geographical location – these will be discussed at interview