Senior Project Engineer - Electrical (Data Centre Retrofit)

Job Description

\n Senior Project Engineer - Electrical (Data Centre Retrofit)Summary\n

Join a leading engineering consultancy in Dublin as a Senior Project Engineer - Electrical, working on complex, mission-critical data centre retrofit projects. This role is perfect for someone with extensive experience in building services design, who thrives in live operational environments and enjoys leading high-profile electrical upgrade projects. In return, you’ll work on cutting-edge projects across Europe and enjoy a supportive, flexible working culture.

Salary\n

€75,000 - €85,000 per year

Location and Working Pattern\n

Hybrid role based in Dublin, with flexible working options and occasional travel to European project sites.

Client Overview\n

Our client is a well-established engineering consultancy recognised for delivering innovative and technically challenging projects across the data centre sector. Their team combines deep technical expertise with a forward-thinking approach to engineering solutions.

Responsibilities\n

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• Lead the design, specification, and delivery of electrical building services upgrades within live data centre environments.
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• Develop and manage retrofit-specific design strategies, incorporating system tie-ins, outage planning, and resilience design.
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• Conduct or oversee technical due diligence on existing facilities, including capacity unlock assessments.
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• Prepare and review detailed electrical design drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
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• Manage project scope, budget, and programme while mitigating risks and live-environment constraints.
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• Act as a key point of contact for clients and contractors, ensuring seamless project delivery.
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• Mentor junior engineers and support their professional development.
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• Drive innovation in live-environment engineering and continuous improvement of retrofit delivery models.
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Must-have Requirements\n

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• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
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• Minimum 8 years’ experience in building services engineering, with at least 3 years in mission-critical or data centre projects.
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• Proven track record in delivering electrical upgrades within live operational environments.
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• Expertise in LV/MV power distribution, UPS systems, busbar upgrades, and standby generation.
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• Strong knowledge of IEC, CIBSE, BS, IS, and EN standards, plus familiarity with commissioning procedures.
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• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) is an advantage.
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Nice-to-have Skills\n

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• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Bluebeam, and ETAP/Amtech/DIALux.
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• Experience with BMS/EPMS integration and smart building systems.
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• Familiarity with Irish and EU building regulations and energy efficiency standards.
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Benefits\n

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• Flexible hybrid working options, including a 9-day fortnight working schedule.
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• 20 days of annual leave.
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• Company pension scheme.
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• Support for Chartership and paid professional subscriptions.
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• Regular training, mentoring, and continued development opportunities.
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• Heavily subsidised social activities and wellness support.
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We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.

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