Senior Data Center Engineer
Core
Lead engineering for data center projects from design through construction and handover to operations, ensuring lifecycle operational needs are met.
Role type
Senior IC data center engineering lead
Builds
Mission-critical data center facilities (10+ MW capacity)
Domain
Data center development and construction
Required skills
Data center design and construction, Critical power systems, UPS and generators, Cooling systems, Technical specifications development, RFP management, Industry standards compliance (Uptime Tier, TIA-942, ASHRAE, NFPA), CAPEX/OPEX/TCO analysis, Stakeholder management
Preferred skills
High-density AI facilities, Direct-to-chip liquid cooling, Hyperscaler experience, Engineering design consultancy background, CDCDP/ATD/PMP certifications, Grid connectivity and renewable energy integration
Technologies
UPS, Generators, Cooling systems, TIA-942, ASHRAE, NFPA, Uptime Tier
Responsibilities
Translate customer requirements into engineering specifications and develop campus master plans, Conduct design reviews and risk assessments while managing change orders, Select designers, consultants, and major equipment suppliers, Provide engineering oversight to contractors and lead commissioning, Develop project budgets and monitor CAPEX/OPEX/TCO over the facility lifecycle
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC