Subject Matter Expert – Electrical Services (Client Side)Location: London (hybrid, with travel to data centre campuses)Sector: Data Centres – Hyperscale & EnterpriseThe OpportunityAshby's Consulting is working with a leading UK data centre developer and operator to appoint a Subject Matter Expert in Electrical Services. You'll be based in their London office.
The client designs, builds and runs large data centre campuses for some of the world's biggest technology companies and enterprise customers. They're entering a major period of growth, with several large campus developments in the pipeline. This is a senior client-side role: you'll be the technical authority for electrical services across the portfolio. You'll set the standard and guide design consultants, contractors and internal teams, rather than doing the detailed design yourself.
It suits an experienced electrical engineer who wants to move from consultancy or contracting to the client side. You'll have real influence over how critical infrastructure is specified, delivered and run.
The RoleAct as the client's electrical technical authority across all projects, from concept and design through construction, commissioning and handoverDevelop, own and keep improving the client's electrical design standards, employer's requirements and technical specificationsReview and challenge design submissions from consultants and design-and-build contractors at every RIBA stage, checking for compliance, resilience, value and buildabilityProvide expert input on HV/LV distribution, including grid connections, primary substations, HV switchgear, transformers, LV switchboards, UPS systems, standby generation, busbar systems and power monitoring (EPMS)Make sure resilience and redundancy strategies (N+1, 2N, distributed redundant) meet customer SLAs and the client's design philosophySupport utility and grid engagement, power procurement strategy and load planning for new and expanding campusesTake part in factory witness testing and integrated systems testing (IST), and oversee commissioning to confirm systems perform as designedWork with mechanical, controls, operations and construction teams to keep each campus's engineering joined upAdvise on new technology, energy efficiency and sustainability, including higher-density and AI-driven loads, battery energy storage, alternative fuels and on-site generationSupport the customer technical due diligence and briefings, explaining the client's electrical offering to hyperscale and enterprise clientsReview lessons learned from operational sites and feed them back into future designsAbout YouDegree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering; Chartered (CEng) or Incorporated (IEng) with the IET or CIBSE is strongly preferredSignificant electrical building services experience, much of it in mission-critical environments.
Data centre experience is essentialA background with a leading MEP consultancy, a specialist contractor, or a client or developer organisationDetailed knowledge of HV and LV systems, protection and discrimination, power quality and critical power infrastructureThorough understanding of the relevant standards and frameworks, such as BS 7671, BS EN 61439, Uptime Institute Tier classifications, EN 50600 and the Electricity at Work RegulationsConfident reviewing designs critically, explaining technical decisions to senior stakeholders and pushing back where neededStrong communication skills, comfortable working with consultants, contractors, customers and board-level stakeholdersA practical, commercially aware approach that balances resilience, cost and programmeAble to travel to campus sites in the South of England as neededWhat's on OfferA senior client-side role with a growing data centre business that has a strong pipelineReal influence over the engineering standards behind critical national digital infrastructureCompetitive salary, annual bonus, pension, private medical cover and a full benefits packageHybrid working from a central London officeSupport for continued professional development and chartershipHow to ApplyTo find out more, please send your CV to George at Ashby's Consulting: George@ashbysconsulting.co.uk | 07966 334905All applications are handled in strict confidence. Ashby's Consulting specialises in MEP and built-environment recruitment, with particular expertise in the data centre sector.
Subject Matter Expert – Electrical Services (Client Side) in London employer: Ashbys Consulting
This forward-thinking MEP consultancy offers an exceptional work environment that prioritises work-life balance, allowing employees to enjoy flexibility with only two days in the office each week. With a strong focus on employee growth and the opportunity to lead a dedicated data centre team, this company stands out as an attractive employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in a dynamic industry.
