UK Director, Electrical Design and Engineering

6 days ago


London, United Kingdom Ada Infrastructure Full time
UK Director, Electrical Design and Engineering

Department: Data Centers

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London


DescriptionAbout Ada InfrastructureAda Infrastructure is a global data center business committed to being a positive force for technology, people, and the planet. With a world-class team of trusted industry leaders, GLP’s global presence, and the capital-raising, investment and asset management expertise of GLP Capital Partners, Ada Infrastructure is positioned to lead the industry in reliable, safe, secure, and sustainable digital infrastructure. With seven in-flight campuses across Japan, the UK, and Brazil, we have over 850 MW of power currently available and more than 1,500 MW in our global pipeline. To learn more about Ada Infrastructure, visit www.adainfrastructure.com.
Summary
As the UK Director of Data Center Electrical Design & Engineering, you will be focused on the development of the UK design and engineering strategies and standards that are the basis of our Program. You bring a holistic knowledge of data center systems that goes beyond your discipline and enables integrated & efficient solutions. You’re an expert at managing competing priorities to focus on what is necessary for the success of our program objectives. You will be responsible for the development of electrical design strategies that enable our global program to bring our capacity to market safely, quickly, and with high quality. With your technical expertise, you ensure compliance with codes and standards and serve as an expert in your area. You’re a valuable contributor to the development of our data center design roadmap, collaborating with our other discipline leads, to position us for success now and into the future. You understand how design can support safe and efficient construction and operations.
Location
London, UK
Responsibilities
  • Develop and lead the electrical design strategies that are the basis of our UK program. Including but not limited to electrical systems for hyperscale data centers, including sub-station, site & facility power distribution and backup power systems.
  • Direct the development of our UK electrical design roadmap. Knowledge of new technologies and the evaluation to determine their value in support of our customers’ future needs, our business objectives and the development of strategies for implementation into our program seamlessly.
  • Stay up-to-date with advancements in electrical engineering and data center technologies, and recommend new technologies to improve the reliability and efficiency of our data center infrastructure.
  • Provide leadership and direction to regional teams in support of implementing (“localizing”) electrical design strategies in various regions across the globe.
  • Collaborate with other stakeholders to develop design criteria and project budget strategies that meet our customer requirements and business objectives.
  • Provide technical review and design direction for our global site selection program. Including coordinating sub-station design and site utility power distribution with electrical utility providers.
  • Support the technical review and qualification of our global equipment vendor selections.
  • Support review and selection of global consultant teams.
  • Evaluate customer requirements / requests for proposals and provide the technical responses and documentation. Interface with customers directly to understand requirements, look at options and develop solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations.

Skills & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Minimum 10 years' relevant experience in electrical design and/or electrical engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure
  • Professional Engineering license
  • Strong knowledge of electrical design, utility sub-stations (HV), power distribution systems (MV & LV), UPS, and backup power systems
  • Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations
  • Experience with electrical safety processes & procedures and SCCAF studies, including implementation
  • Experience with high-density data centers and hyperscale environments
  • Experience in construction methods, schedules and budgets as it relates to the data center electrical systems
  • Experience with prefabrication/modular construction and manufacturing techniques
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Demonstrated cross-functional strategy, communication, and collaboration skills
  • Thrives in a fast-paced and continuously developing environment
  • Exhibits strong interpersonal skills, communication and collaboration in a team environment
  • Self-starter with superior analytical skills; a problem solver with an astute attention to detail
  • Possesses good judgment, honesty, and utmost integrity

Additional InformationSalary commensurate with experience and background. Bonus eligible. Comprehensive benefits package.

Physical Requirements
The work for this position will be conducted in an office environment. The role may require maintaining a stationary position for extended periods of time, operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, attending to tasks for extended periods of time, and communicating accurate information effectively and efficiently. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Closing StatementWe are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. We are a background screening, drug-free workplace.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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