Senior Electrical Engineer – Data Centres

ZeroOne; Leinster; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Mentorship from Directors

Support for professional certification

Job summary

ZeroOne in Dublin seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of complex electrical power systems for data centre projects. You will own MV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, earthing, and ELV systems, coordinating closely with the mechanical team.

You will mentor Intermediate and Graduate engineers, shape technical standards, and collaborate with founding Directors to drive excellence across Europe.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering; 5+ years in electrical design.
• Chartered Engineer status pursued or achieved (CEng/IET/ Engineers Ireland or equivalent).
• Proven ability to design complex electrical systems for data centres; MV/LV, UPS, generators.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed design of resilient electrical systems for data centre projects.
• Prepare calculations, fault level analysis, cable sizing, SLDs using ETAP/Amtech/Simaris.
• Review junior engineer work and ensure technical excellence and compliance.
• Coordinate with M&E teams; manage delivery on time and within budget.
• Attend client meetings and site visits; mentor Intermediate/Graduate engineers.

Skills

Electrical design

Power systems

Leadership

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Electrical/Building Services Engineering degree

Tools

ETAP

Amtech

Simaris

AutoCAD

Revit

Dialux

Relux

Job description

This is a key role within our Dublin Core Team, acting as a technical pillar for our electrical design delivery. You will report to the Associate Engineer and work directly with the founding Electrical Director, offering you unrivalled mentorship and a genuine influence on project direction.

You will be a hands-on engineer, taking ownership of the design and delivery of complex electrical power systems for a wide range of data centre projects. Our portfolio includes fast-paced data hall fit-outs, complex refurbishments, and large-scale new builds for colocation and hyperscale clients.

This role is perfect for a technically-driven engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and wants to take a significant step in their career. You will not just be a number; you will be a foundational member of the team, helping to mentor our Intermediate and Graduate engineers and shaping the technical standards of a new, ambitious consultancy.

Location

Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid)

Reports to: Associate Electrical Engineer / Electrical Director.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Delivery

• Produce and lead the detailed design of resilient electrical systems, including MV/LV distribution, UPS systems, generator backup, earthing & bonding, and ELV systems.

Technical Production

• Prepare and review technical specifications, calculations (including fault level, discrimination, and cable sizing using software like ETAP or Amtech), schematics (SLDs), and project reports.

Quality Assurance

• Act as a key reviewer, checking calculations, drawings, and reports produced by junior engineers and the remote Flex Team to ensure technical excellence and compliance.

Project Management

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of electrical packages, coordinating resource and activities to ensure projects are delivered on time and to budget; report regularly to the Associate/Director on project performance.

M&E Coordination

• Work proactively with the mechanical team to ensure a fully coordinated, clash-free, and efficient M&E design, upholding ZeroOne DC's One Team Culture.
• Attend and actively participate in client, project, and site meetings, representing ZeroOne DC as a technical expert; undertake site visits to monitor installation progress against the design specification.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and day-to-day coaching to Intermediate and Graduate engineers, playing a key role in their professional development.

About You

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in an electrical engineering design role, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Qualifications: Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Technical Expertise: Proven technical competence in designing complex electrical systems (MV/LV, UPS, generators). Direct data centre experience is a significant advantage, but strong candidates from other high-tech, industrial, or critical environments will be considered.
• Chartership: Actively working towards, or having already achieved, Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the IET, Engineers Ireland, or equivalent.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit. Experience with electrical design/calculation software (e.g., ETAP, Amtech/Simaris) and lighting design software (e.g., Dialux/Relux) is essential.
• Standards: A strong understanding of CIBSE, BS 7671, IS, and relevant EN standards.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to manage your own workload and that of others in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the European Union and be able to provide evidence of their work authorization if requested.

Preferred Certifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with the IET, Engineers Ireland, or equivalent, or actively working towards.

Preferred

• Experience working on projects across the EMEA region.
• Site-based experience, including witnessing commissioning (Cx).
• Familiarity with EPMS, BMS, and control systems.

Remuneration

Remuneration will be competitive and will be set in line with the successful candidate's level of experience, reflecting current market benchmarks for specialist data centre engineering talent in Europe.

• Competitive salary, reflective of experience and market benchmarks
• Pension contribution
• Direct mentorship from founding Directors
• Structured support toward relevant professional certification (e.g., Chartered Engineer with Engineers Ireland / CIBSE)
• Travel and expenses covered for client-site visits across Europe

About ZeroOne

ZeroOne is a specialist MEP Design Solutions Company focused exclusively on the European Data Centre sector. Founded by industry leaders who have collectively delivered over 2GW of Data Centre capacity across the EMEA region, we combine deep technical expertise with an agile, client-focused approach. We are headquartered in Dublin and have a simple mission: to be the benchmark and most trusted name in MEP Design Solutions in the European Data Centre industry by delivering exceptional, sustainable, and highly efficient designs.

Our innovative Core & Flex delivery model combines a highly experienced Ireland-based core team with a scalable network of specialist engineering professionals across the industry. This approach allows us to deliver technical excellence, remain responsive to client needs, and support some of the industry's most demanding projects.

At ZeroOne, we are building a culture centred on Technical Excellence, Agility, Client Partnership, and One Team Collaboration, creating an environment where talented engineers can make a real impact.

Why Join ZeroOne?

1. Learn from Industry Leaders

Work directly with founding directors who have delivered some of the largest and most complex data centre projects across Europe. Gain hands-on mentorship and accelerate your professional development.

2. Shape the Future of a Growing Business

Join at an exciting stage of our journey and play a meaningful role in building a next-generation consultancy. Your ideas, expertise, and contributions will directly influence our success.

3. Work on Market-Leading Data Centre Projects

Support the delivery of cutting-edge projects for major colocation and hyperscale clients across Europe, helping to shape the digital infrastructure of tomorrow.

4. Enjoy Genuine Flexibility with Competitive Remuneration

Our business is designed around modern working practices, offering a flexible hybrid model that promotes autonomy, collaboration, and work-life balance.

5. Be Part of a High-Performance, People-First Culture

Join a team that values trust, accountability, inclusion, and teamwork. We celebrate individual contributions, support personal growth, and succeed together as one team.