
Data Center Electrical Engineer
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Contract
- Full-time
- Perform operation and maintenance of data center electrical systems including:
- Transformers
- Power distribution cabinets
- UPS (Masterguard, Liebert APM, Newave preferred)
- Lead-acid batteries
- Switching power supplies
- Maintain and repair complete electrical wiring systems including:
- Conduits, cables, conductors
- Switches, outlets, device plates, receptacles, grounding
- Light fixtures and emergency lighting systems
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot:
- Power generation systems (gensets)
- Emergency backup systems
- Large uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
- Electrical units such as generators, motors, voltage regulators
- Diagnose faults, splice/replace wiring, rewind armatures and field coils
- Ensure all electrical work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant safety standards
- Minimum 5 years in electrical installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- At least 2–3 years in data center operation and maintenance preferred
- Familiarity with UPS brands like Masterguard, Liebert APM, Newave is a strong advantage
- Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Higher National Diploma (HND) from a technical college or university of technology accepted
- Registered Professional Engineering Technician with ECSA or equivalent
- Wireman’s License
- Trade Test Certificate
- Valid Safety Operation and Electrical Regulations Certificates
- Candidates from companies such as Bidvest, Apollo Air, Boron, Pro Test, Power Tech, NEC-XON, and DCI will be given priority
- Candidates with dual HVAC/electrical/generator experience are preferred