Electrical Subject Matter Expert
Novalith Advisory Ltd
London · posted 22 August 2026
Location
London, City of London
Category
Banking and Financial Services
Electrical Subject Matter Expert - Data Centres
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Remote role - can be based in UK, Germany, Netherlands, Spain or Italy
We are working with a leading consultancy business who are looking for a Data centre Electrical Subject Matter Expert. The Electrical SME will manage, review, coordinate, and provide key technical input during site due diligence, detailed design, and construction administration phases of datacentre projects. This role will ensure the delivery of electrical infrastructure systems aligned with project and operational requirements.
The Electrical SME will:
Lead design and coordination of LV/HV electrical systems
Oversee UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and power distribution architecture
Provide expertise in redundancy models (N+1, 2N, 2N+1) and resilience strategies
Review and approve electrical drawings, load calculations, and specifications
Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, BS, and local electrical standards
Support capacity planning and energy efficiency strategies
Collaborate with mechanical, telecom, and architectural teams
Support commissioning (Levels 1–5) and operational readiness
Engage with vendors and contractors for equipment selection and implementation
Skills and Qualifications
Successful candidates will lead and direct electrical engineering consultants in the design and coordination of mission-critical electrical systems.
Strong communication, and presentation skills
Deep expertise in datacentre electrical infrastructure
Strong understanding of critical power systems and uptime requirements
Ability to manage xwzovoh complex, high-value projects in fast-paced environments
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead engineering teams and manage multiple concurrent projects
Experience in electrical engineering (consulting or design)
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a lead electrical engineer or SME role within datacentre or mission-critical environments
Apply NOW! Email your cv to
Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply.
Remote role - can be based in UK, Germany, Netherlands, Spain or Italy
We are working with a leading consultancy business who are looking for a Data centre Electrical Subject Matter Expert. The Electrical SME will manage, review, coordinate, and provide key technical input during site due diligence, detailed design, and construction administration phases of datacentre projects. This role will ensure the delivery of electrical infrastructure systems aligned with project and operational requirements.
The Electrical SME will:
Lead design and coordination of LV/HV electrical systems
Oversee UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and power distribution architecture
Provide expertise in redundancy models (N+1, 2N, 2N+1) and resilience strategies
Review and approve electrical drawings, load calculations, and specifications
Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, BS, and local electrical standards
Support capacity planning and energy efficiency strategies
Collaborate with mechanical, telecom, and architectural teams
Support commissioning (Levels 1–5) and operational readiness
Engage with vendors and contractors for equipment selection and implementation
Skills and Qualifications
Successful candidates will lead and direct electrical engineering consultants in the design and coordination of mission-critical electrical systems.
Strong communication, and presentation skills
Deep expertise in datacentre electrical infrastructure
Strong understanding of critical power systems and uptime requirements
Ability to manage xwzovoh complex, high-value projects in fast-paced environments
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead engineering teams and manage multiple concurrent projects
Experience in electrical engineering (consulting or design)
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a lead electrical engineer or SME role within datacentre or mission-critical environments
Apply NOW! Email your cv to
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