Electrical Engineer

Job Title

Electrical Engineer

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Electrical Engineer – Data Centre Operations

Location: 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.

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About Us

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com