Do you enjoy leading the design of complex electrical building services systems and seeing your ideas brought to life on some of the most high profile data centre projects in Europe? This is an opportunity to take a senior technical and leadership role within a rapidly growing international consultancy, at a pivotal moment in our Milan expansion.
What’s in It for You
Technical Leadership on Landmark Projects – You’ll lead the design of electrical systems for large‑scale, mission‑critical data centre developments, working with major global clients and shaping robust, resilient power and distribution solutions.
Influence from Concept to Delivery – From electrical distribution topologies and UPS strategies to emergency lighting and detailed specifications, you’ll have ownership across all stages of design, ensuring solutions are technically excellent, compliant, and client‑focused.
Build and Shape a Growing Team – As part of a newly established Milan office, you’ll play a key role in developing the local engineering team, mentoring others, and helping to define how the business grows in Italy.
Collaboration Across Europe – You’ll work closely with experienced engineers across Europe and globally, gaining exposure to international best practice while remaining embedded in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Career Progression and Visibility – With Black & White Engineering’s continued growth, this role offers real opportunity to progress into broader leadership positions while gaining strong recognition for your contribution and expertise.
Values‑Driven Culture – Join a business that values Accountability, Integrity, Simplicity and Supportiveness, where technical excellence and professional development go hand in hand.
Essential Skills
* Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
* Proven experience leading the electrical design of complex building services projects, ideally within the data centre sector
* Strong capability in electrical distribution topology design, emergency lighting systems and UPS solutions
* Experience acting as lead engineer and liaising directly with clients and external design teams
* Ability to manage and coordinate multi‑disciplinary design teams
* Registered Engineer in Italy, with strong knowledge of relevant codes, standards and regulations
In addition, you will be joining a community that prioritises ongoing learning and development through regular knowledge‑sharing sessions and investment in accredited professional courses and educational programmes. You set the pace for your professional development—whatever direction you choose, you’ll receive full support along the way.
About Black & White Engineering
Black & White Engineering is a multi‑award‑winning engineering consultancy with more than 1,100 employees across the UK, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific.
We specialise in the full spectrum of engineering design consultancy for the data centre sector, including Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP), Civil & Structural, Design Management, Sustainability, BIM, Power Systems and other infrastructure-related services.
Our engineering approach is grounded in practicality, technical excellence and operational efficiency. With rapid growth across regions, many colleagues have progressed from engineering roles into leadership positions—your future development is supported and recognised.
Ready to take the lead?
Apply now and help shape the future of digital infrastructure. Let’s build something extraordinary together.