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Frontend Engineer

Join a specialist team delivering commissioning and safety on some of Europe’s most critical data centre projects.
Location
UK / Ireland (Site-based, with travel across EU)
Working Time
Full Time
Level
Mid-Senior

Overview

JDE Engineering Services is a specialist data centre commissioning consultancy working with some of the most respected operators and contractors in the industry including Equinix, Google, CyrusOne, Vantage and Virtus.

We are growing our team and looking for experienced Commissioning Engineers to support the delivery of complex data centre programmes across the UK and Europe. You’ll work as part of a close-knit expert team, taking ownership of commissioning activities from pre-functional testing through to integrated systems testing and formal handover certification.

This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in technical rigour, works well under programme pressure, and understands that getting commissioning right is what separates a facility that performs from one that doesn’t.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out pre-functional and functional testing of mechanical and electrical systems in data centre environments
  • Support the development and execution of Integrated Systems Testing (IST) programmes
  • Identify, log and track commissioning defects through to close-out
  • Review and comment on commissioning documentation, test scripts and O&M manuals
  • Work within Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) frameworks and contribute to site safety compliance
  • Liaise with contractors, designers and client representatives throughout the commissioning process
  • Produce clear, accurate commissioning reports and evidence packages

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in data centre commissioning (mechanical, electrical or both)
  • Understanding of critical systems including UPS, generators, cooling, HV/LV switchgear, and BMS
  • Familiarity with SSOW, permit-to-work systems and safe isolation procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and specifications
  • Strong written communication – able to produce clear technical documentation
  • Comfortable working on active construction and part-live sites

Bonus Qualifications

Experience as a Commissioning Agent (CxA) or in a commissioning management role is a strong advantage. Any of the following would also be welcome: 17th/18th Edition wiring regulations, HV Authorised Person status, SMSTS or SSSTS, PASMA/IPAF, or relevant engineering degree/HNC.

Josh Holland

Managing Director