Full job description
This is a rare opportunity to relocate to Dublin, one of Europe’s fastest-growing data-centre markets, and play a key role in delivering some of the region’s most technically complex, high-profile mission-critical projects.
This position is ideally suited to an experienced electrical building services professional currently working in the UK or EU, with a strong background in data centres or mission-critical infrastructure, who is ready to step into a broader leadership role within a global consultancy.


What’s in It for YouRelocation to a Key European Data-Centre Hub - Dublin is a major strategic location for hyperscale and colocation data centres, driven by continued global tech investment. By relocating, you’ll place yourself at the centre of large-scale developments with strong long-term project pipelines.
Technical Leadership Without the Job-Title Politics - This role is about influence, technical authority, and decision-making. You’ll lead complex electrical design and delivery without being confined to a rigid senior title.
Mission-Critical Focus - Your work will centre on high-availability environments, including critical power systems, electrical distribution, UPS systems, standby generation, and resilient infrastructure designed for continuous operation.
Client Trust & Technical Authority - You will act as a senior technical point of contact for clients, providing confidence, clarity, and direction across all stages of design and delivery.
International & Collaborative Environment - You’ll work alongside multidisciplinary teams across Black & White Engineering’s global offices, combining UK best practice with Irish and European standards.
Develop Others, Grow Yourself - You will support and mentor engineers within the team while continuing to grow your own technical and commercial capability in a dynamic international market.


Essential Skills*Strong background in data-centre or mission-critical electrical design (power distribution, UPS, generators, resilience and redundancy)
*Proven experience leading complex electrical building services projects
*Excellent understanding of electrical systems, load calculations, and performance-driven design
*Experience working in the UK or EU consulting engineering market
*Willingness to relocate to Dublin, Ireland (support provided)
*Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with clients
*Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent


No Irish language skills are required - English is the primary business language.
In addition, you will be joining a community that actively supports learning and development through regular knowledge-sharing sessions and investment in accredited professional courses. You can set the pace for your professional development, with the support needed to progress in the direction that suits your career ambitions.


Company OverviewBlack & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific.
We are a leading provider of engineering design services for the data-centre sector, delivering expertise across Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Civil and Structural, Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, Design Management and specialist infrastructure disciplines.
Our teams support projects across the full construction lifecycle, providing practical, efficient design solutions that prioritise real-world installation, maintenance, and operational performance.
As one of the fastest-growing consultancies in our industry, we offer genuine opportunities for progression. Many of our engineers have developed into leadership roles as the business has expanded.
Joining Black & White means making a meaningful impact with clients and colleagues, while receiving the recognition you deserve.