At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain. We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways. Are you curious about being part of our growth story while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let's start the conversation. Iron Mountain is seeking a strategic Principal Electrical Engineer - P5 to join our Data Center Engineering team. As our premier technical authority for power infrastructure across global site developments and operations, you will establish standard designs and govern mission-critical architectures that guarantee platform resilience. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of our scalable energy solutions, bridging high-level engineering strategy with complex operational delivery to protect our customers' most vital digital assets.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)
- Set global technical direction for utility, distribution, standby generation, UPS, energy-storage, earthing, and power-quality systems across the data center platform.
- Govern global standard designs, technical specifications, basis-of-design requirements, and discipline assurance frameworks.
- Act as the final technical authority for high-impact electrical decisions, precedent-setting design deviations, and platform risks.
- Manage systemic engineering risks across sites and advise executive leadership on long-term power strategy, operational risk, and technology trade-offs.
- Sponsor research into emerging architectures and serve as the senior discipline partner to Supply Chain for owner-furnished equipment.
What You’ll Bring (Skills & Qualifications)
- Typically 15+ years of relevant experience leading major electrical engineering initiatives across data center or mission-critical platforms.
- Strong knowledge of utility strategy, HV/MV/LV distribution, generation, UPS, energy storage, power quality, and global electrical codes.
- Proven ability in setting global technical direction, establishing governance frameworks, and managing systemic engineering risk.
- Exceptional engineering judgment and communication skills to frame complex technical decisions for executive and customer stakeholders.
- University degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent practical experience; professional engineering license preferred.
What We Offer (Benefits)
- Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience.
- Flexible work options/alternative work options to support work–life balance.
- Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
Iron Mountain is a global leader in storage and information management services trusted by more than 225,000 organizations in 60 countries. We safeguard billions of our customers’ assets, including critical business information, highly sensitive data, and invaluable cultural and historic artifacts. Take a look at our history here. Iron Mountain helps lower cost and risk, comply with regulations, recover from disaster, and enable digital and sustainable solutions, whether in information management, digital transformation, secure storage and destruction, data center operations, cloud services, or art storage and logistics. Please see our Values and Code of Ethics for a look at our principles and aspirations in elevating the power of our work together. If you have a physical or mental disability that requires special accommodations, please let us know by sending an email to accommodationrequest@ironmountain.com. See the Supplement to learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity.
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Principal Electrical Engineer in Lutterworth employer: Iron Mountain Incorporated
Iron Mountain Incorporated is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Lutterworth where warehouse operatives can thrive. With competitive salaries, comprehensive medical insurance, and generous annual leave, employees enjoy a supportive culture that prioritises work-life balance and flexibility. Additionally, the company fosters growth opportunities, ensuring that team members can develop their skills and advance their careers within the organisation.
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