Cundall
Principal Electrical Critical Systems Engineer
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Principal Engineer – Electrical Design (Data Centres)
About the Company
We are a global, independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions across the built environment. With over 1,200 engineers and designers across 29 locations, we adapt our expertise to local market conditions to deliver resilient, low-carbon engineering solutions. We are 100% partner-owned and have been recognised as Building Magazine’s Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2024, 2022, and 2021.
Our dedicated data centre team, established in 2006, has delivered over 2,000MW of capacity for clients worldwide. In 2025, we were named Data Centre Consultancy of the Year by Data Centre Review, and ranked in the Top 10 by Data Centre Magazine in 2023.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and client-focused Principal Engineer with electrical design expertise to join our data centre team. While you don’t need prior data centre experience, our team will mentor you through our internal DC101 programme, providing the skills, context, and support needed to excel in this sector and grow your career in a thriving industry.
As part of this role, you will:
- Take a leading role in high-profile data centre projects globally.
- Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team, driving regional and global delivery.
- Engage directly with clients, shaping technical strategies while reviewing and refining design deliverables.
- Balance personal ownership of work with team support and mentorship.
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In this principal position, you will also:
- Contribute to junior engineer development.
- Participate in project planning and fee proposal creation.
- Shape the future of our growing team, leveraging your technical expertise to influence market direction.
Responsibilities
- Develop and refine electrical designs, including schematic diagrams, layouts, and technical calculations.
- Produce technical specifications, project reports, calculations, schedules, and supporting documents.
- Conduct site inspections and surveys to guide and validate design evolution.
- Coordinate complex and detailed design solutions within multidisciplinary teams.
- Represent electrical expertise in internal and external project meetings.
- Assist with fee proposals and business development opportunities.
- Collaborate with colleagues across regional and international offices for seamless project delivery.
Qualifications and Skills
Essential
- Degree-level education in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Qualified or working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status—we support your professional development.
- Proven experience in a consulting engineering role, ready to progress into a more impactful and responsible position.
- Demonstrates initiative, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset.
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Advantageous (not required but highly valued)
- Experience transitioning between sectors (e.g., from industrial/commercial to data centre).
- Prior involvement in electrical infrastructure, control systems, or low-carbon design.
Training & Support
A comprehensive 2,000MW of capacity for our clients worldwide. In 2025, we were named Data Centre Consultancy of the Year by Data Centre Review and were ranked in the Top 10 by Data Centre Magazine in 2023.
Egalitering through Career Growth
We deeply believe diversity nurtures innovation, and inclusion drives excellence. At Cundall, every individual’s unique perspectives are valued and celebrated. We are committed to fostering a culture where all are encouraged to thrive, enabling them to do their best work with joy.
We positively welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities and are dedicated to spotting, supporting, and celebrating diverse talents. Your contribution will not only shape the future of our industry but also enrich our dynamic and collaborative culture.
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