B Global Tech is a specialist consultancy delivering design, architecture, and Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) engineering for mission-critical data centre facilities. Headquartered in Barcelona, with offices in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and a newly established office in Japan. As one of our founding hires in Japan, the Senior Electrical Engineer will serve as the technical authority for all electrical engineering aspects of data centre projects in the Japanese market. The role requires deep expertise in high-voltage and low-voltage power systems, critical power infrastructure, and a thorough working knowledge of Japanese electrical codes, regulations, and utility frameworks — the essential "know-how in Japan" required to deliver compliant and reliable data centre facilities.
Electrical Engineering & Design
- Lead the end-to-end electrical design of data centre facilities including HV/LV
power distribution, UPS systems, standby generators, automatic transfer switches
(ATS), switchgear, and busbar systems.
- Develop single-line diagrams, load calculations, short-circuit studies, cable
schedules, earthing and lightning protection designs, and electrical equipment
layouts.
- Design and specify critical power systems to meet Uptime Institute Tier standards,
client reliability requirements and Japanese regulatory requirements.
- Conduct power quality assessments, energy efficiency analyses, and PUE
optimisation reviews.
- Oversee BIM/CAD deliverables and ensure drawing accuracy, coordination, and
compliance with B Global Tech's design standards.
Japanese Regulatory Compliance (Know-how in Japan)
- Ensure all electrical designs comply with the Electricity Business Act, Building
Standards Act, Fire Service Act, and relevant JIS/JEC standards.
- Manage the High Voltage Electrical Work permit process and liaise with TEPCO
and other regional utilities for grid connection, capacity reservations, and
inspections.
- Coordinate with the Electrical Safety Inspection Corporation and relevant
inspection authorities for commissioning approvals.
- Advise on electrical contractor licensing requirements under Japanese law and
review contractor qualifications accordingly.
Construction & Commissioning Support
- Provide technical guidance during procurement, construction and commissioning
phases; review shop drawings, RFIs, and method statements.
- Witness and review factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT)
for critical electrical equipment.
- Support the preparation of O&M documentation, as-built drawings and handover
packs.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Work closely with mechanical, structural and architecture teams across Barcelona
HQ and APAC offices to ensure fully coordinated designs.
- Support business development activities including technical proposals, client
presentations and scope definitions.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building B Global Tech's engineering
capability in Japan.
Education & Certification
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related
discipline.
- Japanese professional licensure is highly desirable: First-Class Electrical Work
Technician, First or Second Class Electrical Engineer, or registered Professional
Engineer (Gijutsushi) in Electrical & Electronics.
- Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer (ATD) or similar data centre certification
is an advantage.
Experience
- 8+ years of electrical engineering experience, with a minimum of 5 years
specifically in data centre, mission-critical or large-scale commercial M&E projects.
- Candidates must come from a consultancy background — prior experience
working within an engineering design or technical consultancy firm is a mandatory
requirement.
- Demonstrated experience delivering electrical designs in Japan and strong working
knowledge of Japanese codes, utility processes and local market practices.
- Experience with HV systems (6.6 kV and above) in Japanese data centre or
industrial facilities.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in electrical design and analysis tools: AutoCAD, Revit MEP / BIM, ETAP
or SKM PowerTools for power system studies.
- Working knowledge of Uptime Institute Tier standards, IEC, and Japanese
Industrial Standards (JIS/JEC).
- Strong understanding of data centre power infrastructure including 2N, N+1 and
concurrent maintainability concepts.
Language & Soft Skills
- Business-level Japanese (spoken and written) is essential for client, authority and
contractor engagement in Japan.
- Professional working English required for coordination with Barcelona HQ and
APAC offices.
- Strong communication skills; able to present complex technical matters clearly to
non-technical stakeholders.
B-Global Tech offers engineering, architecture and consulting services for data centers, telecommunications and IT infrastructures, with an emphasis on innovation and application of cutting-edge technologies, as well as the implementation of new strategies for sustainable construction.
Our main objective is to bring value to our clients, offering a comprehensive approach to architecture and engineering, combining international experience, local understanding and specialized knowledge.
With more than 20 years of experience and international presence, the trust our clients have placed in B-Global Tech has made us a reference in the design and implementation of data centers,
We have offices in Spain, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Japan, and we have a multidisciplinary team of more than 130 engineers and architects.
