Data Center Electrical Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with project teams to engage clients and consultant teams effectively.
- Support projects during the tender process and as part of the solutions team.
- Develop local resources to strengthen the DC facility business.
- Promote and present Huawei DC solutions while managing client relationships.
- Compile bid High-Level Designs (HLD) for electrical systems and infrastructure components.
- Develop and maintain electrical infrastructure design-&-build RFPs.
- Summarize project costs, generate valuation models, and optimize project cost management.
- Manage external architectural and electrical design consultants.
- Provide comprehensive support for project management, subcontractor selection and management, and procurement.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE :
- Degree in Engineering (Electrical) non-negotiable.
- Professional registration preferred.
- IT / ICT or any business-related qualification will be an advantage.
- +5 years'''''''' electrical engineering experience, preferably in data center projects.
- +5 years'''''''' experience in a consulting engineering firm.
- +2 large-scale (1 megawatt or more) Data Center project design or build experience.
- In-depth knowledge of electrical engineering for building construction.
- Strong awareness of industry standards and emerging technologies related to Data Center facilities.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, Revit, and industry-standard electrical modeling software.
- Experience working with MEP engineering consultants.
- Ability to think innovatively to find cost-effective solutions.
- Proficiency in building codes, regulations, and standards across the Southern Africa region.
- Excellent communication skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and travel internationally as needed.
Require expertise in the following areas for operations.
- System Configuration
- Installations
- Security
- Troubleshooting
- Network Management
- Effective communication and persuasive presentation skills.
- Proven ability to work in teams and in a structured manner.
- Market analysis tools and basic finance knowledge.
- Proven marketing skills with commercial awareness.
- Advanced interpersonal skills and conflict management capabilities.
- Goal-oriented analysis and research skills.
- Experience working in diverse cultural settings and with varying technical understanding.
- Team-oriented leadership and management skills.
- Reliability, commitment, and resilience.