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Senior Electrical Design Consultant

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Responsibilities

Operational:

  • The jobholder will have responsibility for delivery of critical facility led projects and where he is acting as Mechanical Engineer.  

Service Delivery:

  • The jobholder will be responsible for the operational integrity of the mechanical engineering division. In conjunction with the Technical Design Manager.
  • Ensure that the electrical design complements other systems and meets the overall strategic goals of the data center infrastructure.

  Client Engagement:

  • Continuously seek innovative solutions for electrical system design and implementation to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
  • Stay updated with the latest technological advancements and incorporate best practices into project workflows.

Technical Documentation and Submittals:

  • Prepare comprehensive documentation, including detailed design drawings, schematics, and specifications.
  • Manage the submission and approval process of all technical documents and ensure they meet regulatory compliance and client expectations.

Project Management and Oversight:

  • Oversee the electrical aspects of data center construction projects from inception through completion.
  • This includes managing timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within cost constraints.

Quality Assurance and Control:

  • Implement rigorous testing and quality assurance practices to validate the performance and reliability of electrical installations.
  • Address any discrepancies or deviations from plans and specifications.

Site Inspections and Compliance: 

  • Conduct regular site inspections to monitor the progress and adherence to plans. 
  • Ensure that all installations meet the safety standards and operational requirements.
  • Actively engage in troubleshooting and resolving on-site challenges as they arise.

Site Inspections and Compliance:  

  • Maintain effective communication with all project stakeholders including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
  • Ensure that all parties are kept informed of project status, milestones, and changes.

Site Inspections and Compliance:  

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers and other technical staff.
  • Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages knowledge sharing and skill development among the team.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. (essential)

Certifications and Technical Requirements

  • Preferred recognized certification in the field of Data Centre Design: ATD, AOS, CDCDP, etc.
  • Proficient in electrical design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and SKM Power Tools.
  • In-depth knowledge of electrical systems in data centers including power distribution, redundancy, and load management.
  • Demonstrated experience with the construction procedures of data centers, technical submittals review, and site inspection visits.
  • Previous experience in designing electrical systems for hyperscale data centers is highly preferred.
  • Proficient in performing necessary data center Load Calculations and analysis such as Power Supply and Distribution Calculations, Fault Current Calculations, Voltage Drop Calculations, Harmonics Analysis, Cooling Load Calculations, Battery Backup Calculations, Energy Efficiency Calculations, SPOF analysis, Grounding and Bonding Calculations, Lighting Calculations
  • Good knowledge of relevant standards such IEEE, NFPA, ASHRAE, IEC, Uptime Institute, ISO/IEC Standards, TIA, BSI.
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English.

Experience

  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in mega-scale data center projects.
  • Proven experience with hyperscale’s such as Microsoft, Meta, Google, or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with Asia-Pacific and Middle Eastern data center markets is an advantage.

Skills & Qualities

  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with clients, suppliers, and vendors.
  • Proven ability to work independently and take initiative in resolving complex issues, orchestrating both internal teams and external partners.
  • Excellent project management skills with the capability to handle multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.


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