Technical Lead for Substation Design and Grid Integration (Data Centers) | Technical Lead (m/f/d) Substation Design/Grid Integration, Data Center

AECOM Deutschland GmbH

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Apr 14, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Technical Lead, you will take full ownership of substation technical discussions, acting as the primary interface between clients and multi-disciplinary engineering teams. You will oversee the technical delivery of complex energy projects, ensuring high-quality specifications for HV/MV/LV systems, including GIS and AIS switchgear. Your day-to-day involves developing detailed designs for primary plant layouts, managing project costs, and serving as an 'Owners’ Engineer' for grid integration. This role is unique for its focus on the burgeoning data center sector within the German energy market, offering a blend of high-level technical design and strategic client management. You will be instrumental in growing regional business capabilities while mentoring junior staff in a collaborative, flexible environment. The position is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives on autonomy and wants to lead groundbreaking infrastructure projects that shape Germany's sustainable energy future.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience

  • Professional experience as a designer or project engineer in the electrical infrastructure sector
  • Proven experience delivering complex energy projects within the German energy market
  • Extensive experience in substation project/asset life cycles and detailed design stages
  • Demonstrated experience with German grid codes, local standards, and EU regulations
  • Experience in technical leadership, mentorship, and growing team capabilities
  • Experience in data center infrastructure projects is highly desirable

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must have deep familiarity with German local delivery practices and regulatory compliance for the energy sector.