Equans Data Centres is seeking an experienced Authorising Engineer (AE) in Electrical Engineering to oversee compliance with industry regulations and standards.
What you will deliver
- Act as the designated Authorising Engineer for electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Review, assess, and approve electrical designs and installations.
- Provide root‑cause analysis of non‑compliance incidents to minimise performance deductions.
- Investigate incidents, accidents and failures involving engineering systems.
- Conduct site audits, inspections and assessments to ensure the safety and reliability of electrical systems.
- Lead and manage training sessions for electrical engineers and technicians, focusing on safety and compliance.
- Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of electrical safety regulations, such as BS 7671, Electricity at Work Regulations and others.
- Issue Authorised Person (AP) certifications for individuals based on competence and training.
- Provide expert advice on maintenance and operational procedures for electrical equipment.
What we can offer you
- Competitive salary and car or car allowance.
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
- Life Cover equivalent to 4 times the annual salary.
- Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme.
- Private Medical Insurance.
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
- Broad range of learning opportunities including professional qualifications and training.
- Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
- Access to employee networks such as AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together, Working Parents and Young Professionals.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app.
Who we are looking for
- Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field is desirable.
- Significant experience managing electrical systems in industrial or critical infrastructure environments.
- HV/LV Authorising Engineer certification or similar qualification.
- Strong knowledge of relevant regulations and safety standards (e.g., BS 7671, EAWR).
- Proven ability to manage teams and provide guidance on safety‑critical operations.
- Experience of incident investigation and root cause analysis.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Familiarity with critical power infrastructure and high‑voltage (HV) systems.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with a focus on safety and reliability.
Who are we?
Equans Data Centres is a strategic data‑centre partner that delivers full general contracting for hyperscaler and colocation data‑centre projects across Europe through a single point of contact. We provide expertise in construction and engineering, global standardisation and supply‑chain control to deliver data‑centres with high quality, speed and repeatability.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Equans encourages applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities. We are committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported.
Right to Work
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. A Disclosure check may be required as noted in the role requirements.
