Business: Nxtra by Airtel Africa – Data Centre Business
Reporting to: Head – Data Centre Engineering
Nxtra by Airtel Africa is expanding its hyperscale data centre portfolio and is seeking a Jr. ELV / Electrical Engineer with strong expertise in Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems to support the design and delivery of mission-critical infrastructure projects across Africa.
Role Overview
The role will primarily focus on ELV systems engineering, integration, and delivery for hyperscale data centres, including security, monitoring, and life-safety systems. The engineer will also support electrical, BMS, and EPMS coordination to ensure seamless system integration and reliable operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead support for ELV system design, execution, and integration for hyperscale data centres
- Oversee implementation of CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, fire alarm, PA/VA, and structured cabling systems
- Coordinate integration of ELV systems with BMS and EPMS platforms
- Review ELV design documents, drawings, specifications, and vendor submittals
- Coordinate with consultants, system integrators, OEMs, and contractors
- Ensure ELV systems meet data centre standards, cybersecurity requirements, and statutory norms
- Support testing, commissioning, integrated systems testing (IST), and project handover
- Participate in vendor evaluations, FAT/SAT, and technical documentation
Experience & Qualifications
- Total experience: 10 years
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on data centre experience
- Strong exposure to ELV design and delivery in hyperscale data centre projects
- Degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering or equivalent
- Working knowledge of electrical systems, BMS, and EPMS integration
Key Skills
- ELV systems (security, life safety, structured cabling)
- Data centre security & monitoring architecture
- System integration & IST
- Hyperscale project delivery
- Design coordination & site execution
