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NES Fircroft · 20 hours ago

Electrical Engineer – Design & Build

NES Fircroft is the world's leading engineering staffing provider, specializing in various sectors including Oil & Gas and Power & Renewables. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of electrical systems for high-density data centers, ensuring safe and scalable electrical infrastructure.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Develop end-to-end electrical designs for data centers (MV, LV, UPS, generators, busbars, PDUs, rack-level distribution)
Produce detailed schematics, one-line diagrams, layout drawings, and technical specifications
Integrate electrical design with mechanical and IT systems, with a special focus on DLC requirements and interfaces
Lead design reviews and ensure compliance with project requirements, client standards, and industry best practices
Perform load flow, short-circuit, selectivity, and reliability studies using industry-standard tools
Specify and validate switchgear, transformers, busbar systems, protective devices, and cabling for high-current distribution
Evaluate redundancy schemes (N, N+1, 2N) and contribute to Tier certification requirements
Support procurement, vendor evaluation, and technical submittal reviews
Oversee factory acceptance tests (FATs), site acceptance tests (SATs), commissioning, and handover activities
Troubleshoot electrical issues, drive root cause analysis, and implement corrective measures
Ensure all designs comply with NEC/IEC codes, local regulations, and global data center standards
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, test protocols, and O&M manuals
Contribute to risk assessments, method statements, and safety compliance plans
Work closely with clients, architects, mechanical engineers, and IT specialists to deliver integrated solutions
Provide subject matter expertise on DLC-specific electrical design challenges (higher rack densities, liquid-to-liquid interfaces, safety protocols)

Qualification

Electrical System DesignPower Distribution AnalysisDirect Liquid Cooling (DLC)Tier Certification RequirementsElectrical Codes NECElectrical Codes IECTechnical DocumentationProblem-solving SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field)
Minimum 7 years of proven experience in mission-critical electrical design, with demonstrable data center project delivery
Strong knowledge of power distribution from MV/LV down to rack-level (busbars, PDUs, server power delivery)
Experience with direct liquid cooling (DLC) environments and high density compute facilities
Strong understanding of Tier certification requirements, electrical codes (NEC, IEC), and international standards
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams
Ability to work in fast-paced, client-facing environments with tight delivery timelines

Benefits

Market-leading benefits packages

Company

NES Fircroft

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NES Fircroft is one of the world’s largest technical and engineering recruitment specialist, offering jobs in Oil & Gas, Energy and Power.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Johnathan Johnson
Executive Director NES Fircroft
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