Electrical Design Lead - Data Centers

AECOM; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Meal vouchers

Health insurance

Pension plan

Gym membership

Job summary

AECOM in Milan, Italy, is seeking an Electrical Engineer with about 5 years of experience in electrical building services, data centers, or critical facilities to join multidisciplinary teams on complex projects.

You will design electrical systems, perform load calculations, coordinate with mechanical engineers, and help ensure safety and standards compliance while advancing energy-efficient design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Approx. 5 years of professional experience in electrical design for buildings, infrastructure, or critical facilities.
• Familiarity with power distribution and emergency power systems, electrical load calculations, equipment sizing, short-circuit or arc-flash studies and electrical codes and standards.
• Working knowledge of design tools such as AutoCAD and/or electrical calculation software.
• Experience with Revit/BIM for electrical systems.
• Fluent in Italian and English.
• Data center–related certifications are a plus, not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of electrical systems for data centers and similar mission-critical facilities, including power distribution, emergency power systems (UPS, generators), lighting, earthing, and bonding systems.
• Perform electrical load calculations considering IT loads, cooling systems, and auxiliary services, with awareness of future expansion and scalability.
• Assist in the specification and selection of transformers, switchgear, UPS systems, distribution boards, and protection devices in compliance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Contribute to the development of reliable electrical architectures, including basic redundancy concepts, backup power solutions, and automatic transfer systems.
• Coordinate with mechanical engineers to ensure proper integration between electrical systems and HVAC/cooling infrastructure, including power supply for critical cooling equipment.
• Apply relevant national and international standards and guidelines under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Prepare and support the development of drawings, technical reports, and specifications. Interface with architects, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Support testing, commissioning, and site activities, assisting in verifying installation compliance with design intent.
• Stay informed on data center technologies, power reliability concepts, and energy-efficient design strategies.

Skills

Electrical design

Power distribution

Data center expertise

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Electrical calculation software

Job description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our office in Milan, Italy.
The role is suited for engineers with around 5 years of experience in electrical building services, critical facilities, or infrastructure projects, with exposure to data centers or mission-critical environments.

The position focuses on electrical design and project engineering support, working within multidisciplinary teams on complex, fast-paced projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design of electrical systems for data centers and similar mission-critical facilities, including power distribution, emergency power systems (UPS, generators), lighting, earthing, and bonding systems.
• Perform electrical load calculations considering IT loads, cooling systems, and auxiliary services, with awareness of future expansion and scalability.
• Assist in the specification and selection of transformers, switchgear, UPS systems, distribution boards, and protection devices in compliance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Contribute to the development of reliable electrical architectures, including basic redundancy concepts, backup power solutions, and automatic transfer systems.
• Coordinate with mechanical engineers to ensure proper integration between electrical systems and HVAC/cooling infrastructure, including power supply for critical cooling equipment.
• Apply relevant national and international standards and guidelines under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Prepare and support the development of drawings, technical reports, and specifications. Interface with architects, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Support testing, commissioning, and site activities, assisting in verifying installation compliance with design intent.
• Stay informed on data center technologies, power reliability concepts, and energy-efficient design strategies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Approx. 5 years of professional experience in electrical design for buildings, infrastructure, or critical facilities.
• Basic experience or exposure to data center projects, critical power systems, or mission-critical environments.
• Familiarity with power distribution and emergency power systems, electrical load calculations, equipment sizing, short-circuit or arc-flash studies and electrical codes and standards.
• Working knowledge of design tools such as AutoCAD and/or electrical calculation software.
• Experience with Revit/BIM for electrical systems.
• Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Fluent in Italian and English.
• Data center–related certifications are a plus, not a requirement.

AECOM: A World of Opportunities and Benefits

What we offer:

• Attractive Compensation Package: We offer a competitive salary along with a range of exclusive benefits, including hybrid work, meal vouchers, welfare program, resources for personal well-being and mental health, gym memberships, health insurance, laptop, smartphone, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, and a pension savings plan.
• Office in the Heart of Milan: Central location, with easy access to all the city's conveniences.
• Work Flexibility: We offer flexible work options to help you maintain an optimal work-life balance.
• Public Transport Allowances: We help cover the costs of your daily commute.
• Culture of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Welcoming Workplaces: Our culture promotes a welcoming and respectful work environment. AECOM Italy has obtained gender equality certification.
• Professional Growth and Development: We invest in your future with training and development programs to help you achieve your career goals.

This role is covered by the CCNL Commercio e Terziario applied by the Company.

Placement within the salary range will be determined on the basis of objective and neutral criteria, including the skills required for the role, relevant professional experience, the expected level of autonomy and responsibility, and the candidate's alignment with the position requirements.

Any benefits and additional elements of the overall compensation and welfare package will be discussed during the recruitment process.

This offer is open to all genders in compliance with legislative decree 198/2006, and to people of all ages and nationalities according to legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03.

Personal data will be processed in compliance with EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR).