Iberian Critical Infrastructure Group

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Job ID JOB-022-0000054

JOÃO PEREIRA

Senior Electrical Design Engineer | Data Center & Mission-Critical Infrastructure

Lisbon, Portugal | +351 91 XXXXXXX | joao.pereira@email.com | LinkedIn: /in/joao-pereira-electrical

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Senior Electrical Design Engineer with 9 years of experience, including 3+ years leading electrical design for hyperscale data centers and mission-critical infrastructure. Expert in LV/MV electrical systems, switchboard specifications, and single-line diagram compliance. Skilled in complex electrical calculations, fire safety system integration, and cross-discipline coordination with mechanical and structural teams. Proven ability to manage client-facing meetings, resolve interface challenges, and deliver high-quality, compliant designs on fast-paced, large-scale projects.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Data Center Electrical Design
• LV/MV Switchboard Design & Specification
• Electrical Calculations & Load Analysis
• Single-Line Diagrams
• Power Distribution Systems
• Fire Safety System Integration
• 3D Coordination (Building, Mechanical, Structural Impact)
• AutoCAD & Revit MEP
• Electrical Codes & Compliance (IEC, EN)
• Snagging & Installation Quality Review
• Client-Facing Communication
• Cross-Discipline Collaboration
• Technical Documentation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Iberian Critical Infrastructure Group | Lisbon, Portugal | Feb 2021 – Present (3.5+ years)

• Led electrical design for 4 hyperscale data center projects (€220M+ combined value, 130,000+ sqm), overseeing LV/MV distribution, backup power, and fire detection systems
• Developed complex electrical calculations, load flow analysis, and switchboard specifications; ensured compliance with IEC 61936, EN 60617, and local electrical codes
• Reviewed LV switch panels for compliance with switchboard specifications and single-line diagrams; produced snagging lists and monitored installation quality on-site
• Provided solutions for interface challenges during project execution, coordinating closely with mechanical and structural teams on 3D building and room layout impact
• Understood and addressed fire safety system requirements and their impact on electrical design and building layout
• Led client-facing meetings, communicated design standards to internal and external project partners, and ensured client requirements were met throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversaw creation and maintenance of detailed project documentation, including reports, specifications, and technical drawings

Electrical Design Engineer

PowerGrid Engenharia | Porto, Portugal | Jun 2018 – Jan 2021 (2.7 years)

• Designed electrical systems for 3 commercial and light industrial projects, developing schematics, layouts, and detailed drawings using AutoCAD
• Performed electrical load calculations and specified LV switchboard panels for compliance with design specifications
• Coordinated with mechanical and structural teams to resolve design interface issues and improve system integration
• Supported client meetings and prepared technical documentation for project handover

Junior Electrical Engineer

ElectroPT Consultores | Lisbon, Portugal | Sep 2015 – May 2018 (2.7 years)

• Assisted senior engineers with electrical design for commercial buildings, developing drawings and specifications under supervision
• Performed basic load calculations and equipment sizing; learned switchboard design fundamentals
• Participated in site visits and contractor coordination

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Instituto Superior Técnico (IST) | Lisbon, Portugal | 2015

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• Advanced Data Center Electrical Design – Eaton Academy, 2022
• MV Switchboard Design & Specification – ABB Training Center, 2021
• Electrical Codes & Compliance (IEC 61936, EN 60617) – AEMC, 2020
• Fire Safety Systems in Electrical Design – Portuguese Fire Safety Institute, 2019

LANGUAGES

• English: Fluent (Professional + Technical)
• Portuguese: Native

KEY PROJECTS & ACHIEVEMENTS

Lisbon Hyperscale Data Center Campus (€130M, 65,000 sqm) – Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Designed complete MV/LV electrical infrastructure including redundant backup power systems. Coordinated switchboard compliance reviews and led interface resolution meetings with mechanical, structural, and fire safety teams. Delivered zero code violations at inspection.

Porto Colocation Facility (€65M, 38,000 sqm) – Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Led electrical design for multi-tier data center, managing LV panel specifications, single-line diagram compliance, and fire detection integration. Coordinated client-facing design reviews throughout the project lifecycle.

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