Electrical Lead For Mission-Critical Data Centre Projects

Be Different; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan

Zusammenfassung

AECOM is seeking a Principal Project Lead, Electrical Engineering for data centre projects in Johannesburg. The role combines design, schematics, and field support to deliver mission-critical electrical systems with a hybrid work model.

You will mentor junior engineers and manage multi-disciplinary coordination. Expect at least 8 years of experience in the built environment, a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, and ECSA registration; master’s degree preferred.

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of experience in the built environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering; master’s preferred.
• Professional registration as an engineer with ECSA.

Aufgaben

• Design and implement electrical systems for data centre projects.
• Prepare and manage project schedules and cost estimates.
• Perform load assessments and fault level calculations.
• Create s-diagrams, network and electrical schematic designs.
• Conduct hazardous area classification and motor start‑up schematics.
• Size and route cabling; perform lighting calculations and earthing risk assessment.
• Prepare civil & electrical equipment specifications and fire detection systems.
• Coordinate BMS integration and vendor qualification; prepare tender documentation.
• Provide field engineering support and manage project handover and close‑out.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure regulatory compliance.

Kenntnisse

Electrical engineering

Project leadership

Data centre design

Team mentorship

Client relationship development

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

At AECOM, we are 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. Good. Principal project lead, Electrical Engineering, Data Centre, Gauteng, South Africa, with a hybrid work location model, full‑time, permanent employment. You will be responsible for the design and implementation of electrical systems for mission critical data centre projects, including schedule preparation and management, cost estimation, load assessment, s‑diagrams, network and electrical schematic design, hazardous area classification, motor start‑up schematics, fault level calculations, cabling sizing and routing, lighting calculations, earthing risk assessment, civil & electrical equipment specifications, fire detection systems, BMS integration, vendor qualification, tender documentation, field engineering support, project handover and close‑out, and mentoring junior engineers. The role requires 8+ years of experience in the built environment, a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, preferred master’s, and professional registration as an engineer with ECSA. Additional responsibilities: develop client relationships; lead the design team; coordinate with cross‑discipline teams; ensure compliance with regulatory standards; conduct anti‑cheating measures; offer support of design documentation; follow company ethical guidelines and security protocols. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. Obligated to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding as a condition of employment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Siting: Johannesburg. Some job titles may overlap, including “Senior Technologist – Architecture (Data Centre)” and “Senior Professional Architect (Data Centre)”, possessing similar scope and responsibilities, with location model hybrid; full‑time, permanent. All job vacancies share the same core values, benefits, and equal‑opportunity statements.