EHV/HV Substation Design Lead (Data Centers), Design Engineering EMEA

Overview

In this role you will design and manage electrical systems that power AWS data centers, accelerating global innovation. You’ll work within the EMEA HV Design team to deliver scalable power infrastructure and drive cross-functional collaboration with vendors, utilities, and internal teams. You’ll translate complex requirements into robust electrical designs and documentation, supporting projects from site selection to commissioning. This opportunity offers impact at scale, working on high-stakes substations and grid connections that enable reliable cloud services.

Pay / Benefits

• work-life balance
• flexible working culture
• inclusive team culture
• mentorship and career growth

Responsibilities

• Design and manage high- and medium-voltage substation systems across multiple regions
• Develop comprehensive electrical infrastructure designs using advanced engineering software
• Collaborate with regional vendors, manufacturers, and utility providers to specify optimal electrical equipment
• Create detailed construction documents and technical specifications meeting quality standards
• Support project lifecycle from site selection through commissioning and system validation

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents
• Experience with design/construction administration of electrical distribution systems ranging from low to high voltage
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite

• Collaborative mindset
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Electrical HV/MV design
• AutoCAD
• Revit

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