Chief Electrical Engineer- Data Center

Randstad; Nashik District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad seeks a Chief Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design and operations across multiple data center sites. The role focuses on reliable, efficient, and autonomous electrical systems that meet high standards of operational excellence.

You will mentor engineers, cultivate OEM partnerships, drive rapid fault resolution, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and manage large-scale projects from budgeting to delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in leadership within data center sector.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee sophisticated electrical architectures for reliability and scalability.
• Cultivate OEM partnerships to leverage latest electrical components.
• Lead rapid response teams to resolve electrical incidents and minimize downtime.
• Mentor and manage a diverse team across locations.
• Ensure compliance with standards and a safety-first culture.
• Manage multiple large-scale projects, budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Electrical design

Leadership

Project management

Data center operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Job Summary:

The Chief Electrical Engineer will lead the electrical design and operations across multiple data center sites. This role is critical in developing and implementing cutting-edge electrical solutions that enhance the reliability, efficiency, and autonomy of our data centers, ensuring they meet the highest standards of operational excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Advanced Electrical System Design and Innovation:

• Design and oversee the implementation of sophisticated electrical architectures that support high reliability and future scalability. Focus on integrating new-generation technologies to move towards fully autonomous data center operations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements and integrate innovative technologies and solutions to keep the data centers at the forefront of the industry.

2. OEM Partnerships and Product Expertise:

• Cultivate strong relationships with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to understand and leverage the best and latest in electrical system components and solutions.
• Utilize deep OEM insights to enhance system designs and solve complex challenges in electrical implementations.

3. Rapid Fault Identification and Resolution:

• Lead quick-response teams to promptly address and resolve any electrical incidents, minimizing downtime and operational disruption.
• Develop robust processes and criteria for fast-track Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to prevent recurrence of issues.

4. Leadership and Strategic Insight:

• Mentor and manage a diverse team of electrical engineers and technicians across various locations, promoting a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Ensure all team members are aligned with the companys strategic goals and continue to meet and exceed industry standards.

5. Company and Safety Excellence:

• Guarantee that all electrical systems and projects comply with national and international standards, and adhere to regulatory and environmental requirements.
• Champion a safety-first culture, implementing rigorous protocols and continuous training for all team members.

6. Project and Resource Management:

• Efficiently manage multiple large-scale projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with technical specifications.
• Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and forecasting to ensure optimal efficiency and resource utilization.

Preferred candidate profile

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred. At least 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role specifically within data center sector.