Senior HPC Data Center Engineer
Role Overview
We're looking for a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer to lead the full lifecycle of data center development-from initial planning and design through to construction and deployment. This role is critical in shaping high-efficiency, scalable environments that support evolving business and technology needs.
What You'll Be Responsible For
Design & Planning
- Leading the creation of tailored data center layouts that maximize space utilization and operational efficiency
- Designing structured cabling systems that are scalable and future-ready
- Developing power and capacity strategies to support long-term growth
- Ensuring all designs align with Tier-level standards and industry benchmarks
Infrastructure & Systems Integration
- Overseeing the integration of IT and network infrastructure into high-performance environments
- Providing technical guidance on power distribution, cooling systems, and structured cabling
- Planning seamless transitions for IT workloads during infrastructure migrations
Construction & Delivery
- Managing end-to-end build processes, from concept through commissioning
- Coordinating with contractors and suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery
- Applying modular construction techniques to enable rapid deployment and flexibility
- Maintaining a vendor-neutral approach to ensure the best-fit solutions are selected
Compliance & Risk Oversight
- Ensuring all designs and builds comply with local codes, certifications, and regulatory standards
- Conducting risk assessments and implementing strategies for resilience and disaster recovery
- Maintaining documentation and enforcing best practices for safety, security, and uptime
Client Engagement & Project Leadership
- Collaborating with stakeholders to understand technical and business requirements
- Advising on infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives
- Providing post-deployment support to ensure optimal performance and scalability
What We're Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, IT, or a related discipline
- Proven experience in data center design, construction, or infrastructure deployment
- Strong knowledge of power and cooling systems in mission-critical environments
- Expertise in structured cabling and network infrastructure design
- Experience planning and executing technology migrations
- Familiarity with modular construction approaches
- Understanding of compliance frameworks and risk mitigation strategies
- Experience with DCIM platforms (Sunbird preferred) is a plus
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