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We are seeking a Senior Project Electrical Design Engineer to join our Birmingham office , working closely with our established Dublin team.
This is an exciting opportunity to support the growth of our new UK hub while delivering major hyperscale data centre projects across the EMEA region.
As a Senior Project Electrical Design Engineer , you will work within the data centre sector, leading electrical design packages from concept through to construction.
You will act as a key point of contact for clients and design teams, ensuring delivery aligns with programme, budget and quality expectations.
You will provide technical direction to support engineers and BIM technicians, working both independently and collaboratively to ensure designs are delivered in line with construction timelines while maintaining high technical and quality standards.
Ethos is a collaborative team of engineers, consultants, and creative thinkers designing and delivering data centre and energy infrastructure across the world's most dynamic markets. As a multidisciplinary consultancy , we combine technical expertise, creativity, and integrated delivery to lead complex, mission-critical projects .
Built on strong relationships , clear leadership , and a can-do mindset , Ethos is entering an exciting phase of growth , expanding our capabilities and taking on increasingly high-impact projects across EMEA and beyond.
Sustainability guides how we design, collaborate, and deliver , creating innovative solutions and lasting value for our clients and communities — making Performance Made Possible.
We are seeking a Senior Project Electrical Design Engineer to join our Birmingham office , working closely with our established Dublin team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the growth of our new UK hub while delivering major hyperscale data centre projects across the EMEA region.
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As a Senior Project Electrical Design Engineer , you will work within the data centre sector, leading electrical design packages from concept through to construction. You will act as a key point of contact for clients and design teams, ensuring delivery aligns with programme, budget and quality expectations.
You will provide technical direction to support engineers and BIM technicians, working both independently and collaboratively to ensure designs are delivered in line with construction timelines while maintaining high technical and quality standards.
Honours Degree – Chartered an advantage but not essential
10+ years as a Senior Engineer
Must have electrical building services design experience within Data Centre engineering projects
In-depth knowledge of electrical design and engineering techniques
Deep knowledge of ETCI, CIBSE, IEC, BS, IS and EN Standards
Working knowledge of Autocad, Dialux, Amtech, and REVIT an advantage
Confident leading projects from the concept stage to completion
Communicative and able to liaise with clients, architects, and project managers
Manage the specification and design of Electrical Building Services systems for a range of projects
Excellent Microsoft Office skills
Join collaborative leaders – Work alongside experienced, approachable professionals who combine technical excellence with calm, supportive leadership.
Make a real impact – Contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects that support the digital and energy transition across EMEA and beyond.
Grow with us – As a rapidly growing consultancy, we offer opportunities to develop your skills, broaden your experience, and build your career.
Shape a more sustainable future – Sustainability isn't an initiative—it's embedded in every project, every discipline, and every decision we make.
We offer:
Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule — enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance.
A culture that values flexibility, learning, and teamwork , with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation .
Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy.
Private Irish engineering consultancy designing data-centre, energy, industrial and smart-building infrastructure for business clients.
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