Job Title: Electrical Resident Engineer

Location: Slough

Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35)

Duration: 3 Months

Start Date: 16th February 2026

Rate: £600–£700 per day

Overview

An experienced Electrical Resident Engineer is required for a short-term contract role on a major data centre fit-out project in Slough. This position is outside IR35 and offers competitive day rates.

The successful candidate will play a key on-site role overseeing electrical installations, ensuring works are delivered in line with approved drawings and specifications, and resolving coordination issues as they arise.

Key Responsibilities

·         Act as the on-site Electrical Resident Engineer overseeing installation works.

·         Monitor electrical installations to ensure compliance with design drawings and project specifications.

·         Identify and resolve clashes and coordination issues, particularly where works are being installed against incorrect or outdated drawings.

·         Liaise closely with contractors, project teams, and design consultants to ensure smooth delivery.

·         Provide technical guidance and support during installation phases.

·         Maintain quality control standards across electrical systems and infrastructure.

·         Support commissioning activities where required.

Project Environment

This is a data centre project with significant electrical infrastructure, including:

·         Extensive cable tray installations

·         Bracketry systems

·         Electrical containment and rack systems

·         High-specification M&E coordination

·         Strong prior experience within data centre environments is highly desirable due to the complexity and fast-paced nature of the project.

Requirements

·         Proven experience as an Electrical Resident Engineer, Electrical Project Engineer, or Electrical Commissioning Engineer.

·         Strong background in data centre projects (essential).

·         Demonstrable experience managing on-site installation quality and resolving coordination clashes.

·         Excellent understanding of electrical building services systems.

·         Ability to work proactively and take control of on-site processes.

·         Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Working Hours

·         40 hours per week

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong electrical professional who can quickly integrate into a live data centre environment and provide immediate on-site leadership to drive quality and coordination.

For further information on this opportunity, please contact Luke Hanson on 02392 603030 or email luke.hanson@blueprintrecruit.com

Alternatively, please apply directly using the “Apply” option below.