Senior Electrical Engineer – Data Center Specialist

ORS Consulting (ORS)

Senior Electrical Engineer managing technical coordination and leading electrical projects in Ireland. Delivering high-quality electrical design and mentoring engineering teams.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🇮🇪 IrelandSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing electrical engineering projects, including technical coordination, commissioning documentation, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring seamless integration of electrical systems in large-scale construction environments.

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Electrical Engineering DegreeElectrical CommissioningTechnical Submittals ManagementRFI ManagementProject Coordination

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Hard Skills

Electrical Power Distribution SystemsStandby GenerationUPS SystemsLighting SystemsEarthing SystemsLife Safety SystemsCommissioning ProceduresBIM CoordinationMission-Critical Electrical InfrastructureMV/LV Distribution

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganisational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailProactive Approach

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered Engineer StatusProgression Toward Chartership

Industry Keywords

Data Centre ProjectsPharmaceutical EnvironmentsCleanroom StandardsLEED StandardsEnergy-Efficient DesignSustainable Building Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage technical coordination of the electrical package throughout project delivery.
Lead client meetings and coordinate all electrical engineering communications.
Manage technical submittals, RFIs, and design reviews.
Coordinate electrical, mechanical, and CSA interfaces to ensure seamless installation.
Develop and review commissioning documentation for electrical systems.
Prepare and review method statements and risk assessments.
Monitor installation progress and ensure works remain on programme.
Assist with cost management, change control, and variation assessments.
Drive completion of O&M manuals and handover documentation.
Support and mentor Electrical Engineers and Package Managers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
Proven experience delivering electrical packages on large-scale construction projects such as data centres, pharmaceutical, industrial, or other mission-critical developments.
Strong understanding of electrical commissioning, technical submittals, and RFI management.
Knowledge of electrical power distribution systems, standby generation, UPS systems, lighting, earthing, and life safety systems.
Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain high standards of quality and compliance.
Proactive approach with strong attention to detail and commitment to professional standards.
Data centre project experience (desirable).
Knowledge of commissioning procedures for electrical building services (desirable).
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams (desirable).
Familiarity with BIM coordination and digital construction platforms (desirable).
Strong commercial awareness (desirable).
Chartered Engineer status or progression toward chartership (desirable).
Leadership or mentoring experience within project or compliance teams (desirable).
Experience with pharmaceutical, cleanroom, or highly regulated environments (desirable).
Knowledge of LEED, energy-efficient design, or sustainable building standards (desirable).
Experience with mission-critical electrical infrastructure, including MV/LV distribution, UPS systems, generators, and critical power systems (desirable).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Performance-related bonus
Pension scheme with matching contributions
Remote-first hybrid model – use your home as a base and any of our office locations as you see fit
Work from abroad
Flexible working hours
Access to over 60 health disciplines through our Kara Connect Platform
Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
Paid maternity, paternity and fertility leave
Company and birthday annual leave days
Death in Service benefit
Tax saver - travel and bike to work
Culture, social, wellness and CPD committees
Talent Development Programmes
Access to leading career coach Gerry Duffy