Fohntech Group are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join their team in Belgium.
The Electrical Design Engineer will support the delivery of large-scale hyperscale data centre campuses, providing technically robust, standardised, and resilient electrical designs that meet strict client performance, availability, and operational requirements. The role focuses on repeatable design solutions, high-capacity power infrastructure, and close coordination with client, vendor, and construction teams.
Key Responsibilities
Hyperscale Electrical Design
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Develop electrical designs for hyperscale data centre buildings and campuses from concept through IFC and as-built stages.
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Deliver high-capacity and high-resilience electrical systems including:
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Utility intake and on-site HV substations
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MV/LV distribution architectures
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Large-scale UPS and battery systems
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Standby generation plants and fuel systems interfaces
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EPMS, metering, and power quality monitoring
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Apply and maintain standardised client design templates and basis-of-design documents.
Redundancy, Resilience & Capacity Planning
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Design electrical systems to meet hyperscale redundancy strategies (N, N+1, 2N, 2N+1).
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Support power density planning and future capacity expansion strategies.
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Evaluate system performance, fault levels, selectivity, and short-circuit coordination.
Design Governance & Client Standards
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Ensure designs fully comply with hyperscale client standards, technical specifications, and change control processes.
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Support client design reviews, technical gateways, and approval milestones.
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Manage deviations, concessions, and technical risk registers.
Multi-Discipline & Vendor Coordination
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Coordinate with mechanical, CSA, ICT, BMS, fire, and commissioning teams to ensure integrated solutions.
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Engage with OEMs and vendors (UPS, generators, switchgear) during design development.
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Review vendor and specialist subcontractor designs for compliance and constructability.
Construction & Site Engineering Support
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Provide ongoing technical support during construction, installation, and commissioning.
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Respond to RFIs, technical queries, and site-driven design changes.
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Attend site inspections, factory acceptance tests (FATs), and witness testing as required.
Testing, Commissioning & IST
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Support development of commissioning strategies and integrated systems testing (IST).
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Review test scripts and ensure alignment with client operational requirements.
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Support phased energisation, building-by-building, and campus-wide handovers.
Value Engineering & Programme Support
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Contribute to value engineering while protecting hyperscale performance and reliability requirements.
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Support procurement strategies and long-lead equipment coordination.
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Provide technical input into construction sequencing and programme planning.
Key Skills & Competencies
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Strong understanding of hyperscale electrical architectures and utility interfaces.
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Experience with high-capacity power systems and campus-scale infrastructure.
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Ability to work within strict client governance and change control environments.
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Excellent coordination, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
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Strong analytical and engineering judgement.
Qualifications & Experience
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Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
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4–8 years’ experience in hyperscale data centres or large-scale mission-critical projects.
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Experience working with hyperscale clients, major contractors, or Tier 1 consultants.
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Proficiency in BIM-led design environments (Revit, AutoCAD) and electrical analysis tools.
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Working knowledge of standards such as IEC, BS, IEEE, NFPA, TIA-942, and Uptime Institute.
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Chartered Engineer or actively working toward chartership desirable.
Personal Attributes
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Detail-focused with a strong appreciation for standardisation and repeatability.
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Confident engaging with demanding hyperscale clients and technical reviewers.
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Calm, methodical, and solutions-driven under programme pressure.
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Strong ownership mindset and pride in engineering quality.
Next Steps
If you are interested in this role, please apply directly or email your CV to [email protected]
