HV Electrical Engineer - Data Centre

Leap29; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap29 seeks a Lead HV Electrical Engineer to design and manage electrical systems for cutting-edge MCF and data centre projects. You will oversee 5V DC to 150kV substations, power distribution, and critical infrastructure in live data centres worldwide.

Role emphasizes 3D/BIM modelling, security installations, and factory acceptance tests, with coordination across contractors and regulatory bodies. 12-month renewable contract, global project exposure.

Qualifications

• Experience designing power supply systems for data centres.
• Knowledge of fire protection and intrusion protection and access control installations.
• Experience working in live data centres with testing and commissioning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical work packages across multiple projects.
• Define project scope, design, and objectives, while coordinating with contractors, vendors and regulators.
• Prepare technical specifications and reports.
• Assist in project cost management, risk assessments and vendor evaluations.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to support project delivery.
• Review contractor pre-qualifications and contribute to tender evaluations.
• Represent in factory acceptance tests, site testing and commissioning activities.
• Communicate the status of projects to internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Power Supply Systems

Security Installations

Live Data Centres

3D/BIM modelling

Project Management

Job description

Lead HV Electrical Engineer (12-Month Renewable Contract)

We are looking for a proactive and skilled Lead HV Electrical Engineer to join our team on a 12-month renewable contract.

In this role, you’ll leverage your expertise to design and manage advanced electrical systems for cutting-edge MCF and data centre projects across the globe. Your skills in 3D/BIM modelling, power supply design, and critical infrastructure will play a vital part in ensuring the security and efficiency of data centres worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage electrical work packages across multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards.
• Define project scope, design, and management objectives, while ensuring smooth communication with contractors, vendors, and regulatory authorities.
• Prepare technical specifications and reports.
• Assist in project cost management, risk assessments, and vendor evaluations.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure continuous professional growth.
• Review contractor pre-qualifications and contribute to tender evaluations.
• Represent in factory acceptance tests, site testing, and commissioning activities.
• Communicate the status of projects to both internal teams and external stakeholders.

Your Expertise:

• Power Supply Systems: Design and manage power supplies ranging from 5V DC to 150kV substations, including all distribution, storage, and uninterruptible power supplies.
• Security Installations: Work on critical installations related to fire protection, intrusion protection, and access control, ensuring maximum security for data centres.
• Live Data Centres: You’ll be working in live data centres, managing risk assessments, testing, and commissioning protocols.