Submer

Electrical Engineer

Submer

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Barcelona • Spain

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About the role

  • Develop end-to-end electrical designs for data centers (MV, LV, UPS, generators, busbars, PDUs, rack-level distribution).
  • Produce detailed schematics, one-line diagrams, layout drawings, and technical specifications.
  • Integrate electrical design with mechanical and IT systems, with a special focus on DLC requirements and interfaces.
  • Lead design reviews and ensure compliance with project requirements, client standards, and industry best practices.
  • Perform load flow, short-circuit, selectivity, and reliability studies using industry-standard tools.
  • Specify and validate switchgear, transformers, busbar systems, protective devices, and cabling for high-current distribution.
  • Evaluate redundancy schemes (N, N+1, 2N) and contribute to Tier certification requirements.
  • Support procurement, vendor evaluation, and technical submittal reviews.
  • Oversee factory acceptance tests (FATs), site acceptance tests (SATs), commissioning, and handover activities.
  • Troubleshoot electrical issues, drive root cause analysis, and implement corrective measures.
  • Ensure all designs comply with NEC/IEC codes, local regulations, and global data center standards.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, test protocols, and O&M manuals.
  • Contribute to risk assessments, method statements, and safety compliance plans.
  • Work closely with clients, architects, mechanical engineers, and IT specialists to deliver integrated solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field).
  • Minimum 4 years of proven experience in mission-critical electrical design, with demonstrable data center project delivery.
  • Strong knowledge of power distribution from MV/LV down to rack-level (busbars, PDUs, server power delivery).
  • Experience with direct liquid cooling (DLC) environments and high-density compute facilities.
  • Strong understanding of Tier certification requirements, electrical codes (NEC, IEC), and international standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced, client-facing environments with tight delivery timelines.
Benefits
  • Restaurant Pass.
  • Private Health Insurance.
  • Languages classes (English).
  • A healthy work environment with fresh fruits to energise and an on-site gym for active breaks.
  • A great work environment characterised by friendliness, international diversity, flexibility, and a hybrid-friendly approach.
  • An exciting career evolution with a fast-growing scale-up.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
electrical designload flow studiesshort-circuit studiesselectivity studiesreliability studiesswitchgear specificationtransformer specificationbusbar systemsprotective devicescabling for high-current distribution
Soft Skills
problem-solvinganalytical skillstroubleshooting skillscommunication skillscollaboration skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Electrical Engineering