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Gigantes Group · 5 hours ago

Senior Data Centre Electrical Engineer SME

Gigantes Group is seeking a highly experienced Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide technical leadership across a large-scale data center and mission-critical facilities portfolio. The role involves supporting the design, delivery, and long-term performance of complex electrical infrastructure while contributing to strategic growth, innovation, and mentorship within the discipline.

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Tom Marks
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Responsibilities

Provide internal technical leadership in electrical engineering across data center programs
Establish electrical design strategy with clients through upfront planning and system optimization
Lead optimization of electrical systems, including:
Medium- and low-voltage (MV/LV) distribution
UPS systems
Generators
Grounding
Redundancy strategies
Promote innovation in power systems, energy efficiency, and resiliency
Develop and maintain electrical standards, specifications, and best practices
Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and lifecycle performance of electrical systems
Serve as an external technical representative during client engagements, industry forums, and strategic pursuits
Partner with business development and sales teams to support pursuit of high-value data center projects
Participate in client workshops, proposal development, and technical strategy discussions
Influence business outcomes through technical differentiation and delivery excellence
Mentor and coach engineers and designers within the electrical discipline
Publish technical papers and contribute to organizational thought leadership
Present at industry conferences and participate in professional associations
Balance strategic initiatives with hands-on project execution across multiple priorities
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts across global sites
Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards, including NEC, IEEE, NFPA, IEC, and local requirements

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringMV/LV distributionUPS systemsGenerator sizingArc flash analysisNECIEEENFPAIEC codesProfessional Engineering licenseMulti-tasking skillsCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's preferred)
20+ years of experience in electrical engineering, including 15+ years in mission-critical/data center environments
Proven expertise in: MV/LV distribution, UPS systems, Generator sizing, Fault coordination, Arc flash analysis
Strong familiarity with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, IEC, and local electrical codes
Demonstrated record of technical innovation solving client challenges
Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification is a plus
Exceptional communication, leadership, and multi-tasking skills

Preferred

Experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center clients
Involvement in sustainability and energy optimization initiatives
Vendor management and contract negotiation experience
Hands-on commissioning and retro-commissioning expertise

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Deferred compensation options
Unlimited U.S. paid time off for full-time salaried/exempt employees
Paid holidays
Caregiver leave
Merit increases
Discretionary performance bonuses
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Company

Gigantes Group

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We have a simple mission: "To be the No.1 global recruitment business in infrastructure and energy" We will do that by connecting top talent with leading organizations through innovation, expertise, and personalized service, driving success and shaping the future of these industries.

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