Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

Haskoning; Województwo pomorskie; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Office in Warszawa

Training opportunities

Job summary

Haskoning in Warszawa is seeking an Electrical Lead Engineer for our Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) data centre team. You will lead electrical design and installations across LV/MV/HV, ensure reliability, safety and compliance, and collaborate with international clients and contractors on cross-border projects.

You will hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, fluent English and Polish, and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of electrical design and/or installation experience.
• Good knowledge of standard practices in design and construction.
• License to design (electrical specialization).
• Fluency in English and Polish.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver electrical work packages across multiple projects.
• Define scope, design objectives, and project documentation.
• Design power supplies and distribution systems (LV/MV/HV).
• Ensure data centre security including fire and intrusion protection.
• Prepare cost estimates, risk assessments, and tender reviews.
• Liaise with contractors, vendors, and regulatory authorities.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, and vendor pre-qualification reviews.
• Represent company at factory acceptance tests and site testing.

Skills

Electrical design

Power distribution

LPS risk assessment

English & Polish

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 centre 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, including colocation datacentres, internet service providers, and telecom companies. Together we use our knowledge and expertise to develop integrated designs for Data Centres.

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

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

• 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.

Diversity & Inclusion

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 ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

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