Birmingham , United Kingdom Remote (Global) Full-time

AECOM is hiring an Associate Electrical Director: Data Centres

Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical design activities from initial feasibility through detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and final handover.
  • Establish and verify power system architectures, including utility connections, medium and low voltage distribution, UPS configurations, generators, switchgear, power distribution units, static transfer switches, busway systems, grounding, and lighting.
  • Conduct and oversee power systems analyses such as load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, and harmonic studies using software like ETAP or SKM.
  • Design and implement monitoring and control systems including building management, electrical power monitoring, and SCADA, along with metering and resilience strategies aligned with Tier II–IV availability standards.
  • Incorporate decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures such as high-efficiency UPS systems, intelligent controls, heat recovery, demand response, renewable energy integration, and grid-interactive technologies.
  • Ensure designs comply with relevant international and local standards including IEC, BS, EN, NEC, and NFPA, as well as client requirements and internal quality protocols.
  • Manage coordination with mechanical, structural, architectural, fire safety, security, and ICT disciplines to ensure fully integrated and cohesive project outcomes.

Work Arrangement

Remote (Worldwide) — EMEA, UK

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AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering solutions in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. The company partners with public- and private-sector clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies through advisory, planning, design, engineering, and construction management. A Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in fiscal year 2025.
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Department DCS
Category other
Posted 13 days ago