About the Role
Iron Mountain is seeking a strategic Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Data Center Design & Engineering team.
As our premier technical authority for power infrastructure across new site developments, refresh projects and operations, you will establish standard designs and govern mission-critical architectures that guarantee platform resilience. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our scalable energy solutions, bridging high-level engineering strategy with complex operational delivery to protect our customers' most vital digital assets.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
In this role, you will:
•Set technical direction for utility, distribution, standby generation, UPS, energy-storage, earthing, and power-quality systems across the data center platform.
•Govern standard designs, technical specifications, basis-of-design requirements, and discipline assurance frameworks.
•Act as the final technical authority for high-impact electrical decisions, precedent-setting design deviations, and platform risks.
•Manage systemic engineering risks across sites and advise executive leadership on long-term power strategy, operational risk, and technology trade-offs.
•Sponsor research into emerging architectures and serve as the senior discipline partner to Supply Chain for owner-furnished equipment.
What You'll Bring (Skills & Qualifications)
The ideal candidate will have:
•Typically 15+ years of relevant experience leading major electrical engineering initiatives across data center or mission-critical platforms.
•Strong knowledge of utility strategy, HV/MV/LV distribution, generation, UPS, energy storage, power quality, and global electrical codes.
•Proven ability in setting global technical direction, establishing governance frameworks, and managing systemic engineering risk.
•Exceptional engineering judgment and communication skills to frame complex technical decisions for executive and customer stakeholders.
•University degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent practical experience; professional engineering license preferred.
What We Offer (Benefits)
•Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience.
•Flexible work options/alternative work options to support work–life balance.
•Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.
•Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
•Can be based anywhere in EU.
