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Electrical Engineer Location: London Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive Excellent Benefits Overview A leading data centre operator is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join its high-performing team in London This is a critical role supporting the delivery of robust, compliant and highly efficient electrical operations within a mission-critical environment.

Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.

You will be responsible for the operation, maintenance and enhancement of complex electrical power systems that support 24/7 digital infrastructure.

This position is ideal for an engineer with strong technical expertise in HV/LV systems, UPS technologies, standby power and electrical resilience .

Key Responsibilities Operate, maintain and optimise HV/LV electrical distribution systems , including transformers, switchgear, protection systems and distribution panels.

Ensure safe, reliable operation of UPS systems , battery strings (VRLA/Lithium), static transfer switches and power quality monitoring equipment.

Support the testing and operation of diesel generators , fuel systems and automatic transfer controls.

Carry out electrical maintenance, inspections, testing and compliance tasks in line with regulations and internal standards.

Diagnose electrical faults, conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions promptly and safely.

Monitor electrical loads, redundancy, capacity and efficiency to ensure optimal performance.

Contribute technical expertise to electrical upgrade works, retrofit projects, switchgear replacements and capacity expansion plans.

Work closely with contractors and suppliers, ensuring safe systems of work (permit-to-work, isolations, RAMS).

Maintain accurate electrical documentation including single-line diagrams, maintenance records and compliance reports.

Skills & Experience Required Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant electrical discipline.

Proven experience working within a data centre or other mission-critical environment (e.g., hospitals, pharmaceuticals, financial services, industrial).

Strong knowledge of: HV/LV power distribution UPS and battery technologies Diesel generator systems Protection systems and electrical discrimination Power monitoring, EPMS and BMS Good understanding of BS 7671 , IEC standards, ISO frameworks and electrical safety regulations.

Excellent electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to work under pressure in high-availability environments.

Effective communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

Strong focus on safety, compliance, quality and operational excellence.

Whats on Offer Opportunity to work on advanced electrical infrastructure within a world-class data centre.

A progressive engineering environment where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged.

Professional development pathways, including HV training and authorisation opportunities.

Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package. xbpsjku

The chance to play a key role in maintaining the resilience and performance of a major critical infrastructure asset.

How to Apply If you are an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a highly technical, mission-critical environment, please apply today with your CV .
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Location:
London
Salary:
£80,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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