Engineering
Senior Electrical Engineer
Salary negotiable
Senior Electrical Engineer opportunity with a Tier-1 contractor on a major data centre project in Dublin, Ireland. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll drive electrical engineering excellence on one of Europe's most active data centre construction markets.
Key Highlights
- Lead electrical engineering delivery on a live data centre project in Europe's fastest-growing data centre hub
- Drive technical solutions and coordinate directly with specialist subcontractors and site teams
- Oversee commissioning documentation and handover for critical power and electrical infrastructure
- Develop specialist expertise in data centre construction with a market-leading EPC contractor
Senior Electrical Engineer — Role Overview
This position places you at the centre of electrical delivery for a complex data centre build, managing design coordination, subcontractor performance, and quality assurance from construction through commissioning. You'll lead technical problem-solving and ensure systems are delivered to exacting standards.
Senior Electrical Engineer — Responsibilities
• Manage, review and coordinate electrical design and construction drawings, resolving technical issues and driving solutions
• Provide expert technical guidance to subcontractors and site teams on all aspects of electrical engineering
• Lead and prioritise tasks for the technical team, ensuring timely and efficient execution of works
• Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with project plans, schedules and Health & Safety regulations
• Proactively identify and resolve issues using established troubleshooting and root-cause analysis techniques
• Oversee document control processes, maintaining all logs, records and technical documentation
• Prepare and coordinate test packs and handover documentation for electrical systems in line with commissioning requirements
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and resolve safety risks
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance safety and performance
• Ensure subcontractors maintain excellent site housekeeping and organisation
Senior Electrical Engineer — Ideal Candidate
Essential:
• Relevant Electrical Qualification (Bachelor's degree in Engineering)
• 5+ years' experience in a similar role within a mechanical and electrical contracting environment
• Strong understanding of HSE requirements on large-scale projects
• Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills
• Competency in MS Office and document control software
Desirable:
• Data centre construction experience
Rewards & Package
This role commands Tier-1 contractor rates reflective of the technical leadership required and the specialist data centre market. The employer provides a competitive salary package with genuine career development support within a collaborative team environment.
You'll join a market leader delivering turnkey data centre projects across Europe, with clear pathways to advance your expertise in this high-growth sector. The company invests in supportive career development for technical specialists who deliver results.
Full package details discussed at interview stage.
About the Company
A market-leading EPC contractor specialising in turnkey data centre delivery across Europe, with a strong track record in complex mission-critical infrastructure projects.
The Project
Major data centre construction project in Dublin, Ireland — one of Europe's most active data centre development markets.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Senior Electrical Engineer Role
What does a Senior Electrical Engineer do in data centre construction?
A Senior Electrical Engineer in data centre construction is responsible for delivering specialist work on Tier III and Tier IV facilities. Day-to-day tasks vary by project phase but typically involve coordination with MEP teams, quality assurance, and ensuring build standards meet client specifications.
How do I apply for this Senior Electrical Engineer position?
Click "Apply Now" above and submit your CV. A specialist recruiter will contact you within 24 hours to discuss the role, your experience, and next steps. We support you through interviews and offer negotiation.
What salary can I expect for this role?
This role offers Salary negotiable. Salary depends on experience, certifications, and project complexity. Use our salary calculator for live market benchmarks across 20+ data centre roles.
About URecruit Global
URecruit Global is a specialist data centre construction recruitment agency serving the UK, Ireland, and Europe. Since 2010, we've completed 1,000+ placements across Tier III and Tier IV data centre builds with 500+ hiring partners. Our team guides you from application through to placement with expert support at every stage.