Senior Expert - Data Centers (HV/MV Electrical Infrastructure

ph3Senior Expert – Data Centers /h3 pFor one of our clients in Italy, Labora Partners is looking for a bSenior Expert – Data Centers /b specialised in HV/MV electrical infrastructure and grid connections for large‑scale data centres, for a consultant/advisor role. /p h3About our client /h3 pOur client is a leading international technical consulting and engineering company operating in the power and energy sector, supporting utilities, transmission and distribution system operators, generation companies, regulators and major electromechanical manufacturers throughout the full lifecycle of power infrastructure — from power system studies, design and owner’s engineering for HV assets, to third‑party inspection, testing and on‑site supervision. Working alongside leading grid operators and institutions, the organisation combines independent technical authority with deep field expertise, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to contribute to high‑profile data centre and substation projects within a multinational, multidisciplinary and highly technical environment. /p h3Location /h3 pMilan, Italy (with availability for national and international travel) /p h3Education /h3 pDegree in Electrical Engineering or similar (Master’s degree preferred). /p h3Experience /h3 pMinimum of ten (10) years of experience in HV/MV projects for data centres and industrial plants. The candidate must have in‑depth knowledge of reliability analysis and risk management (HazID studies, HILP scenarios for electrical infrastructure, MTTR–MTTF assessments, architectural redundancy, Tier and DC standards); Italian grid codes (Terna, with particular focus on the connection process) and European regulations; substation design; and power quality (voltage, harmonics, flicker, RoCoF). Strong stakeholder coordination skills (Contractors, Terna, authorities) and excellent command of Italian and English are required. /p h3Role Description /h3 pThe Senior Expert shall act as consultant/advisor on the HV/MV electrical infrastructure and grid connection of large‑scale data centres. Responsibilities include: /p ul liReliability and availability studies of the data centres’ electrical power supply; /li liRisk analysis and the development of mitigation plans; /li liSupporting clients in managing the grid connection and commissioning process, as well as in the development and authorisation phases; /li liTechnical due diligence on power supply solutions and HV configurations; /li liRegulatory compliance analysis; /li liSupporting coordination with Terna and authorities for permits and approvals; /li liDrafting technical documentation and reporting in English; /li liSupporting the internal team with technical coordination, supervision and mentoring of junior profiles. /li /ul h3Desirable Qualifications /h3 ul liExperience with TSO/DSO connection processes in international contexts; /li liExperience in hyperscale projects; /li liKnowledge of technical software (AutoCAD, PowerFactory, ETAP); /li liFamiliarity with data centre standards (EN 50600, Uptime Institute/Tier, TIA‑942); /li liPMP or equivalent project management certifications. /li /ul h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liExcellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills in Italian and English; /li liStrong attention to detail and a rigorous, results‑oriented approach; /li liThe ability to coordinate technical and managerial activities within complex, multicultural and multidisciplinary environments; /li liHigh commitment to safety, quality and professional integrity. /li /ul h3Salary /h3 pRAL €46,000 – €54,000 gross per year. /p h3Equal Employment Opportunity /h3 pWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr