Principal Electrical Engineer – Data Centres
 |
Location | South West |
 |
Job Type | Permanent |
Join a market-leading consultancy at the forefront of mission-critical data centre design. Our client is renowned for delivering highly complex, technically challenging projects across the UK and Europe, helping some of the world’s biggest companies build next-generation, resilient, and energy-efficient data centres.
You will have the opportunity to work on prestigious, cutting-edge data centre projects for high-profile clients across the UK and Europe, while leading and mentoring multi-disciplinary electrical teams to influence design and delivery at the highest level.
You will join a consultancy that values innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, collaborating closely with senior leadership to directly contribute to the company’s growth and strategic direction.
The role offers a supportive and inclusive culture, with hybrid working, excellent career development opportunities, and strong professional recognition for your expertise and leadership.
Responsibilities
-
Lead electrical engineering teams on technically complex data centre projects.
-
Provide technical, design, and contract management expertise across all project stages.
-
Act as principal engineer, liaising with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
-
Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and financial performance.
-
Mentor senior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
-
Identify business opportunities and maintain strong client relationships.
Requirements
-
Degree-qualified in Electrical Building Services Engineering or equivalent.
-
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it; membership of CIBSE, IET, or similar.
-
Experienced at Principal Engineer level, leading multi-disciplinary teams.
-
Strong technical knowledge in data centre electrical systems, with hands-on project experience desirable.
-
Skilled in managing complex projects and client relationships.
-
Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
-
Results-oriented, with strong problem-solving and coordination capabilities.