Senior Power Systems Engineer - Data Center Design

TRACTEBEL; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Healthcare scheme

23 days annual leave (28 after 5 years

Training sponsorship

Charity volunteering leave

Wellness days

Job summary

RED is a growing international M&E consultancy with a Dublin office seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer. The role covers simulation, design support, transient studies, and documentation for power systems in data centre projects.

You will collaborate with design teams, review RFIs, and engage with clients to translate requirements into reliable electrical designs. Knowledge of ETAP, DigSilent, or SKM is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Power Engineering.
• Proven experience in power systems engineering, preferably in data centre environments.
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Proficiency in simulation software—ETAP (preferred), DigSilent, or SKM.

Responsibilities

• Conduct load flow analysis to optimise power distribution for data centre facilities.
• Perform short‑circuit analysis to assess system integrity during faults.
• Coordinate protection systems to enhance reliability and safety of the power distribution network.
• Execute arc‑flash studies to mitigate risks and ensure safety standards.
• Conduct MV and LV cable sizing studies per IEC standards.
• Calculate underground raceway systems and cable temperatures.
• Set unit protection settings for transformers, generators, motors, and feeders.
• Perform harmonic studies to minimise power quality issues.

Skills

Load flow analysis

Short‑circuit analysis

Protection coordination

Arc flash studies

Harmonic studies

LV/MV up to 132 kV

SCADA systems

ETAP

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Power Engineering

Tools

ETAP

DigSilent

SKM

Job description

RED is a growing international M&E consultancy with a Dublin office seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer. The role covers simulation, design support, transient studies, and documentation for power systems in data centre projects.

You will collaborate with design teams, review RFIs, and engage with clients to translate requirements into reliable electrical designs. Knowledge of ETAP, DigSilent, or SKM is advantageous.