Electrical Engineer

Data Centre Electrical Engineer
Birmingham, Midlands 
£44,000 - £47,000

We've got a fantastic opportunity for an Data Centre Electrical Engineer looking for a new challenge within a critical environment. Our client, who is a market leading, well established and respectable company within commercial building services. They are looking to strengthen their maintenance team by taking on an experienced, highly motivated Electrical Engineer!

For the role of this Data Centre Electrical Engineer position, you'll be responsible for the PPM and reactive maintenance on electrical systems, actively troubleshoot and fault find, liaise with subcontractors, update site logbooks and ensure all critical systems are running efficiency.

To be successful for this role, you must be fully qualified in Electrical installations / Engineering, (C&G, EAL , NVQ or equivalent), at least 3 years experience in commercial building maintenance, great understanding of M&E systems and live within commutable distance to site.

Data Centre Electrical Engineer Duties:

• Perform Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on critical electrical and mechanical systems
• Conduct High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) isolations and switching operations in compliance with site safety procedures
• Operate and maintain Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, standby generators, HV/LV infrastructure, and precision cooling systems
• Monitor and control Building Management Systems (BMS) and SCADA systems to ensure stable and efficient plant operations
• Carry out daily plant checks, scheduled inspections, and comprehensive fault diagnostics
• Support the creation and execution of switching schedules, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards
• Collaborate with shift teams to respond to system alarms, equipment failures, and operational escalations
• Maintain accurate records, including operational logs, work permits, and statutory documentation

Data Centre Electrical Engineer Requirements:

• HVAP authorised (Desirable)
• Experienced in working in a Data Centre environment or a critical site (Banking, pharma)
• City & Guilds Electrical Installation Level 3 (Or equivalent) & 18th Edition
• Strong H&S understanding

Salary and Package:

• £44,000 - £47,000 per annum 
• Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm 
• Parking on site 
• 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays 
• Company pension scheme 
• Opportunity to work in a critical environment 
• Join a market leading company 
• Additional training 
• Overtime available 
• Career progression 

If you're interested in the Electrical Engineer role above, apply today with an up to date CV!

Posted by Alex Clark