Electrical Engineer

Leap29; Oslo fylke; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap29 is seeking an Electrical Lead based in Oslo, Norway to drive electrical design for large-scale data centre projects. You will lead technical delivery, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and engage with clients on technical and commercial aspects.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years in data centre environments, strong power systems and BIM skills (Revit/Novapoint/AutoCAD). Fluent Norwegian and English are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering; vocational qualifications accepted with strong experience.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience in design, consultancy, or contracting for data centre projects.
• Proven experience with electrical power systems design and calculations.
• Experience using BIM in engineering projects (Revit, Novapoint, AutoCAD).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end electrotechnical engineering design, calculations, and specifications for data centre infrastructure.
• Oversee electrical section deliverables and discipline workflows; possibly assume broader project management.
• Contribute to the professional growth and development of the section team.
• Engage with clients, foster commercial relationships, and assist with bids and tender management.
• Implement modern digital workflows (BIM) to optimize delivery and drive efficiency.

Skills

Norwegian

English

Project leadership

Electrical power systems design

Data centre projects

BIM proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Vocational electrical qualification (Fagskole)

Tools

Revit

Novapoint

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Lead – Data Centre Projects

Location: Oslo, Norway

Are you an experienced Electrical Lead with a strong background in data centre design and engineering? Leap29 is currently partnering with a top tier global engineering firm to recruit an Electrical Lead based in Oslo, Norway.

In this role, you will play a central part in executing complex electrical engineering solutions for large-scale data centre projects, leading technical delivery, driving innovation, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Engineering & Consulting: Lead end-to-end electrotechnical engineering design, calculations, and technical specifications for data centre infrastructure.
• Project & Discipline Leadership: Oversee electrical section deliverables, manage discipline workflows, and potentially step into broader project management responsibilities.
• Team Development: Actively contribute to the professional growth and continuous technical development of the section team.
• Client & Commercial Engagement: Proactively engage with clients, foster commercial relationships, and contribute to bid preparation and tender management.
• Innovation & Progress: Implement modern digital workflows (BIM) to optimize delivery and drive project efficiency.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Electrical Engineering. Candidates with relevant technical vocational school (Fagskole) qualifications and strong experience will also be considered.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience working as a designer, consultant, or contractor, with dedicated expertise in data centre projects.
• Technical Mastery: Proven track record in electrical power systems design, technical descriptions, and calculations.
• BIM Proficiency: Experience integrating BIM methodology into engineering projects using relevant software tools (e.g., Revit, Novapoint, AutoCAD).
• Domain Knowledge: Specialized expertise in data centres, high-reliability infrastructure, or heavy industry environments.
• Languages: Professional fluency in both Norwegian and English (written and spoken).