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The role covers critical power distribution systems and associated electrical infrastructure, with a strong focus on reliability, redundancy, safety, maintainability, and energy efficiency.\nWorking closely with project managers, engineers, external consultants, contractors, equipment suppliers, and other design disciplines, the Electrical Designer will translate technical and operational requirements into coordinated and constructible design solutions. The successful candidate will bring relevant data center design experience, strong technical capabilities, and a structured approach to multidisciplinary coordination.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelop electrical designs for new data centers, expansions, and infrastructure upgrades\nDesign medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems and other critical electrical infrastructure\nPrepare drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, calculations, and other technical documentation\nSupport equipment selection and ensure designs meet requirements for capacity, redundancy, reliability, safety, and energy efficiency\nCoordinate electrical designs with mechanical, structural, architectural, civil, controls, and fire-protection disciplines\nParticipate in design reviews and resolve design conflicts, spatial constraints, and technical interface issues\nCollaborate with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle\nProvide technical support during procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and site inspections\nQualifications & Experience:\nDegree or technical qualification in electrical engineering, electrical design, building services engineering, or a related field\nRelevant experience designing electrical systems and critical power infrastructure for data centers or comparable mission-critical infrastructure\nExperience using BIM and CAD tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, or Navisworks\nKnowledge of applicable electrical regulations, technical standards, and requirements for reliability, redundancy, maintainability, and safety\nExperience coordinating electrical designs across multiple disciplines and project stakeholders\nStructured and detail-oriented, with strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills\nHands-on experience applying electrical designs in construction or operational environments\nStrong communication skills in English; 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