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Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added today (last checked 28 Oct)
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- Work mode
- Hybrid, Madrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Fluent
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Education
- University degree






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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing.
- A collaborative environment that fosters professional growth, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning.
- Opportunity to work on complex, large-scale Data Center projects for leading global clients.
- Participation in international and multidisciplinary teams alongside industry-leading experts.
- Competitive compensation package.
- The opportunity to contribute to innovative and sustainable engineering solutions for critical facilities.
The role
AECOM's Building Services Engineering team is growing, and we are looking to bring on a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with solid experience in Data Centers to collaborate on key projects for large corporate organizations.
In this role, you will play a key role in the design and development of mission-critical electrical infrastructures, actively participating in the definition of technical solutions, the preparation of calculations and engineering documentation, and the review of designs. You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams during all project phases, from conceptual design to construction support.
What you'll do
- Lead the design of Medium and Low Voltage (MV/LV) electrical systems for Data Centers and other critical facility projects.
- Develop the design of electrical infrastructures including substations, transformers, switchgear, generators, UPS systems, STS (Static Transfer Switches), PDUs (Power Distribution Units), and grounding systems.
- Define and review redundancy architectures (N, N+1, 2N, and 2N+1) to ensure the resilience and availability of the facilities.
- Perform and review electrical studies such as load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, Arc Flash analysis, and reliability studies.
- Prepare and review calculations, drawings, reports, technical specifications, and engineering reports.
- Participate in client meetings, technical presentations, and proposal preparation.
Requirements
- University degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- At least 8 years of experience in electrical design, preferably in Data Centers, critical facilities, or similar high-availability environments.
- Fluency in English and Spanish, both spoken and written.
- Solid knowledge of IEC, NFPA, IEEE, BS, and EN standards.
- Proficiency in tools such as ETAP, Caneco, AutoCAD, and Revit MEP.
- Experience technically leading electrical design projects and supervising the work of other engineers.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social, and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with professional services revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location, or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and pioneering mindset are fostered.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds, and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We offer a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We are the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we are in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us and you will get all the benefits of being part of a global, publicly traded company: access to industry-leading technology and thought leadership and transformative work with great impact and work flexibility. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe in the potential of every person and will help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services in design, engineering, construction, and program management. With over 50,000 employees worldwide, it operates across sectors including transportation, buildings, water, energy, and the environment, serving public and private clients on projects ranging from highways and rail systems to data centers and environmental remediation.
In Spain, AECOM has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing local engineers and specialists. The company is actively hiring for roles in civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, as well as BIM and CAD positions, reflecting its involvement in major infrastructure projects across the country. For international professionals, AECOM offers opportunities to work on diverse projects, a global career network, and a collaborative work environment that values technical excellence and innovation.
- Industry
- Engineering
- Founded
- 1990
- Employees
- 50,000+
- Headquarters
- Dallas, USA
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- AECOM has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, providing local employment opportunities in Spain.
- The company is a global leader in infrastructure consulting, offering international career mobility and exposure to large-scale projects.
- Many roles in Spain are bilingual (Spanish/English), and the company supports professional development and technical training.
- AECOM's Spanish operations focus on transportation, water, and environmental projects, with opportunities for engineers and designers.
- The company offers competitive benefits and a collaborative work culture, with a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability.
In their own words
About the company & team
At AECOM, we deliver a better world.
We are proud to be recognized for our leadership, for example, by being ranked #1 by Fortune as the World's Most Admired Company in our industry for two consecutive years.
Join us and become part of a global team of 52,000 designers, engineers, planning experts, program managers, and construction professionals, contributing your technical expertise, passion, and drive to deliver projects that have a positive and tangible impact worldwide.
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