Lead Electrical Engineer | Data Centres (MCF) - (ENG-L7.145) at Zutari

• We’re seeking a high-performing professional with a passion for excellence, innovation, and collaboration. You’re someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, leads with purpose, and brings deep technical expertise to complex challenges. You think differently, connect meaningfully, and leave a legacy through your work. 
• As a Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF), you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of data centre infrastructure. You’ll lead technical delivery, mentor teams, and engage with global clients and stakeholders to co-create resilient, efficient, and scalable solutions. 

Role Responsibilities   

Project Leadership & Delivery: 

• Lead electrical design and execution for data centre projects across all phases. 
• Manage resources, prepare fee estimates, resource forecasts, timelines, risks, scope, and financial performance, keeping clients informed all to ensure high quality delivery. 
• Oversee tender processes, including technical reviews and contractor deliverables. 
• Draft technical reports, specifications, and basis of design documents. 
• Maintain project documentation, including BIM aspects, aligned with internal QA standards. 

Technical Excellence & Innovation: 

• Ensure compliance with international and local standards (IEC, IEEE, Uptime Institute). 
• Deliver resilient, efficient, and scalable electrical solutions. 
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and drive innovation in design and delivery. 
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers. 

​​​​​​​Team & Stakeholder Engagement: 

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and engage with clients and contractors. 
• Lead technical workshops and foster knowledge sharing. 
• Mentor and develop junior engineers. 
• Oversee quality of outputs, including modelling and data management. 

​​​​​​​Business Development: 

• Represent Zutari at international forums and industry events. 
• Support proposal development and contribute to strategic growth initiatives. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc.Eng)
• ECSA registered as a Professional Engineer (PrEng). 
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in electrical design, with 3+ years in data centre or mission-critical environments. 
• Strong understanding of local & international codes & standards, including those applicable to South Africa and Middle East. 
• Proven leadership in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects. 
• Strong knowledge of LV/MV systems, UPS, standby power, and earthing. 
• Proficiency in ETAP, EOM, Dialux, Windchill, ACC, Revit, Navisworks and BIM workflows. 
• Experience with electrical load calculations, fault level analysis, and protection coordination. 
• Familiarity with hyperscale and colocation data centre environments. 
• Understanding of sustainability and energy efficiency in electrical systems. 
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. 
• Experience working with global and remote teams would be advantageous. 
• International project experience and ability to manage geographically dispersed teams would be advantageous.