Senior Electrical Engineer (Protection & Control Systems) – Data Centre Project

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Job Scope: Electrical Engineer Specializing in Protection & Control Systems – Data Centre Newbuild Project

Position Summary:
The Electrical Engineer specializing in Protection & Control Systems will be responsible for the design, implementation, quality assurance, and commissioning of electrical protection and control systems across the data centre newbuild project. This includes Power Monitoring Systems (PMS), protection relays, SCADA/BMS interfaces, Extra-Low Voltage (ELV) systems, and cause-and-effect logic integration.
The role requires close coordination with internal stakeholders, contractors, and third-party vendors to ensure timely, safe, and high-quality delivery of electrical systems in compliance with project specifications and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Oversight & Coordination

Lead and manage the electrical protection and control scope across all phases of the data centre construction project.
Develop and maintain trackers for system scope, protection settings, coordination studies, action items, and progress updates.
Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure alignment with project requirements and grid/operator standards.

• Design & Technical Advisory

Provide expert advice on protection schemes, control systems, and electrical system integration.
Review and validate electrical protection designs, including relay coordination, selectivity studies, and control logic.
Ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards (e.g., IEC/IEEE), and cause-and-effect matrices.
Support the development and refinement of control philosophies, protection strategies, and functional specifications.

• Quality Assurance & Compliance

Oversee QA/QC processes for installation and configuration of protection relays, control panels, and monitoring systems.
Conduct inspection and testing checks to verify correct installation, wiring, and system functionality.
Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and industry best practices.
Identify and mitigate risks related to protection mis-coordination, system faults, and operational reliability.

• Commissioning & Handover

Participate in commissioning activities, including protection relay testing (secondary/primary injection), system energization, and performance testing.
Witness and validate critical protection schemes such as feeder, transformer, and busbar protection.
Provide technical recommendations during commissioning to ensure system stability, selectivity, and resilience.
Coordinate defect rectification and ensure proper closure prior to handover.

• Documentation & Reporting

Review and approve protection settings files, coordination studies, test reports, and as-built documentation.
Maintain accurate records of protection philosophies, relay configurations, and system changes.
Prepare technical reports, issue logs, and progress updates for stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Proven experience (10-15 years) in protection and control engineering within data centre, power / oil and gas systems, or critical infrastructure projects.
Strong knowledge of protection relays, PMS/SCADA systems, ELV integration, and cause-and-effect logic.
Experience with protection coordination studies, relay settings, and commissioning procedures.
Familiarity with relevant standards (IEC, IEEE, etc.) and best practices for electrical system design and commissioning.
Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

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