Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

Haskoning; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working

Office in Warszawa

Training and development opportunities

Employment contract

Job summary

Haskoning in Warszawa is seeking an experienced Electrical Lead Engineer (MCF/Data Centres) to deliver electrical design packages across projects and ensure safe, reliable data centre infrastructure.

You will design LV/MV/HV power distribution, energy storage, and UPS systems, manage scopes, write specs, and coordinate with contractors, vendors, and clients. Fluent in English and Polish, with 5+ years of relevant experience and a license to design. Hybrid work available.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience in electrical design and/or installation.
• License to design (electrical specialization).
• Fluency in English and Polish.
• An understanding of the daily operational business of construction industry clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver the electrical all work packages in multiple projects.
• Identify the scope, design and management objectives and deliver project documentation.
• Design and work on power supplies LV, MV and HV distribution, storage, redundancy and uninterruptible power supplies.
• Ensure maximum security of a data centre by working on protective installations.
• Ensure the quality and flow of information for contractors, vendors and authorities.

Skills

Fluent English and Polish

Entrepreneurial & result-oriented

Proactive & flexible

Positive problem-solving attitude

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The global digital revolution is bringing prosperity to more and more countries and regions, benefiting millions of people. Data centers make this 21st century transformation possible and reliable systems and continuity are crucial. Haskoning is one of the five leading design and engineering firms in the data center industry and has a well-established Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) Data Centre team that collaborates with some of the largest and most prominent data center providers and users across the globe, including Europe, Africa, Asia, and the UK. Data centers are a strategic market for Haskoning, and the company aims to grow and establish innovative and sustainable data centers as one of its leading market sectors in the future. The company is expanding its business to support this growth and has many exciting opportunities for experienced and motivated professionals to join them in the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, the UK, or South Africa.

What you do as a Electrical Lead Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

You will work within a multidisciplinary team where your work will be cross borders, native and home based. In addition to participating in projects, you naturally also contribute to the optimization of our internal business processes and to safeguarding and sharing knowledge within your field.

Your main responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage and deliver the electrical all work packages in multiple projects;
• Identify the scope, design and management objectives and deliver project documentation;
• Design and work on power supplies LV, MV and HV distribution, storage, redundancy and uninterruptible power supplies thereby apply;
• Ensure maximum security of a data centre by working on the most effective and inventive installations related to fire protection, intrusion protection and access control;
• Ensure the quality and flow of information required for contractors, vendors and regulatory authorities;
• Write technical specifications and reports;
• Assist the project manager in the preparation / review of project costs, risk assessments;
• Risk management, execute assessments, Testing and Commissioning protocols;
• Review contractor pre-qualifications and prepared tender evaluation summaries for tender reviews;
• Evaluate proposals and recommendations to the client regarding vendor selection;
• Write technical specifications for tenders;
• Represent Haskoning on factory acceptance tests and site testing & commissioning activities;
• Communicate status of projects to internal directors and external stakeholders (clients) on an ad-hoc and formal basis;
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships ensuring continuous technical professional development.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility. Our global Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team provides a multidisciplinary package of consultancy services for our data centre clients. We provide strategic, tactical, and operational advice to our clients, including colocation datacentres, internet service providers, and telecom companies. Our team consists of colleagues with all kinds of different expertise. For example, electrical engineering, sanitary engineering, construction, civil, structure, building, architecture, fire safety, control engineering, and security technology. Together we use our knowledge and expertise to develop integrated designs for Data Centres.

What you bring

• A bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering;
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience in electrical design and / or installation;
• Good knowledge of standard practices in the design and construction industry;
• License to design (electrical specialization);
• Experience in performing complex engineering and calculations (short circuit study, discrimination study, LPS risk assessment);
• Fluency in English and Polish;
• A good understanding of the daily operational business of construction industry clients;
• An entrepreneurial and result oriented;
• Proactive and flexible attitude;
• Positive and problem-solving attitude.

What we offer you

As worldwide engineering firm, we are ambitious, exciting, lively, collaborative and dynamic. We are making a difference to society and technological progress across the globe. That’s how our colleagues describe our company. Want to contribute to enhancing society with your expertise? Be part of an open network where you’re connected with the brightest and smartest people and technologies? Join us! You Can Look Forward To Growing Your Career In a Dynamic Workplace With Development Opportunities To Support Your Career Path. Entrepreneurship And Innovation Are Stimulated In Our Organization. There Is Plenty Of Room For Own Initiative In An Open And Flexible Culture. You Also Get With Us

• Interesting work in an international company on challenging projects;
• Work with a dedicated and passionate team ranked as one of the best Data Centre design & engineering teams globally;
• The long-term position where we as employer can contribute to your growth and development;
• Employment contract;
• Flexible working hours and possibility of hybrid working;
• A workplace in our office in Warszawa;
• Lifelong learning by offering you plenty of training & development opportunities.

You will be based in Warszawa. As our clients are based in various locations nationally and internationally, flexibility towards traveling is expected.

Are you our new colleague?

Do you have any questions about the role or the process? You can always contact Christian de Visser, Recruiter Mission Critical Facilities, at [e-mail]

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our dedicated webpage.