Job Title
Electrical EngineerJob Description Summary
Job Description
Electrical Engineer – Data Centre OperationsLocation: Southland, New Zealand
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to provide technical engineering support and governance across critical electrical infrastructure within a data centre environment.
You will be responsible for supporting the safe operation, maintenance, testing, commissioning and lifecycle management of medium- and low-voltage electrical systems, ensuring reliability, safety and operational performance across the data centre campus.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide engineering support across MV/LV distribution, transformers, switchgear, generators, UPS, protection systems and associated electrical infrastructure.
- Develop and review switching schedules, MOPs, SOPs, EOPs, isolation plans and electrical risk assessments.
- Analyse electrical loads, power quality, protection events, relay information and equipment performance.
- Lead and support electrical troubleshooting, incident response and root-cause investigations.
- Review preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment defects, critical spares and lifecycle risks.
- Coordinate specialist contractors and ensure electrical works are completed safely and to required standards.
- Support commissioning, energisation, integrated systems testing and acceptance of new or modified electrical systems.
- Provide technical guidance, training and competency support to Shift Leads and authorised electrical technicians.
- Review electrical drawings, test results, operating procedures and technical documentation.
- Identify and escalate electrical safety, compliance and operational risks.
About You
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant electrical engineering experience within data centres, utilities, industrial facilities or similar critical environments.
- Advanced knowledge of MV/LV electrical distribution, generators, UPS, protection systems and earthing.
- Experience with electrical switching, isolation, testing, commissioning and critical power operations.
- Strong understanding of electrical safety, risk assessments and maintenance procedures.
- Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, relay data and technical reports.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical and technical reporting skills.
- Current New Zealand electrical registration and practising licence are strongly preferred, particularly where undertaking or supervising prescribed electrical work.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Must have valid New Zealand working rights.
About Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a global leader in commercial real estate services, with more than 50,000 employees across 60 countries. We are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes through collaboration, innovation and service excellence.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work within a global organisation.
- Exposure to a specialist critical infrastructure and data centre environment.
- Opportunity to work with complex electrical systems and technologies.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Relocation allowance available.
INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”
Skills Required
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent recognised qualification
- At least 3 years of relevant electrical engineering experience in data centres, utilities, industrial facilities, or similar critical environments
- Advanced knowledge of MV/LV electrical distribution, generators, UPS, protection systems, and earthing
- Experience with electrical switching, isolation, testing, commissioning, and critical power operations
- Strong understanding of electrical safety, risk assessments, and maintenance procedures
- Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, relay data, and technical reports
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and technical reporting skills
- Current New Zealand electrical registration and practising licence
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Valid New Zealand working rights
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What We Do
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global real estate services firm that delivers exceptional value for real estate occupiers and owners. Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest real estate services firms with approximately 53,000 employees in 400 offices and 60 countries. In 2019, the firm had revenue of $8.8 billion across core services of property, facilities and project management, leasing, capital markets, valuation and other services.
