Title: Director, Data Center Electrical Design and Engineering
Location: Fully Remote
Salary: $160,000-250,000
About the Company: My client is a global data center business committed to being a positive force for technology, people, and the planet. With a world-class team of trusted industry leaders, a global presence, and expertise in capital-raising, investment, and asset management, my client is positioned to lead the industry in reliable, safe, secure, and sustainable digital infrastructure. With seven in-flight campuses across Japan, the UK, and Brazil, they have over 850 MW of power currently available and more than 1,500 MW in their global pipeline.
Summary: As the Director of Data Center Electrical Design & Engineering, you will focus on developing global design and engineering strategies and standards that form the basis of the program. You bring a holistic knowledge of data center systems that goes beyond your discipline and enables integrated and efficient solutions. You are an expert at managing competing priorities to focus on what is necessary for the success of the program objectives. You will be responsible for developing electrical design strategies that enable the global program to bring capacity to market safely, quickly, and with high quality. With your technical expertise, you ensure compliance with codes and standards and serve as an expert in your area. You are a valuable contributor to the development of the data center design roadmap, collaborating with other discipline leads to position the company for success now and into the future. You understand how design can support safe and efficient construction and operations.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and lead the electrical design strategies that are the basis of the global program, including electrical systems for hyperscale data centers, sub-station, site & facility power distribution, and backup power systems.
- Direct the development of the global electrical design roadmap, evaluating new technologies to support customers' future needs and business objectives.
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in electrical engineering and data center technologies, recommending new technologies to improve reliability and efficiency.
- Provide leadership and direction to regional teams in implementing electrical design strategies globally.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to develop design criteria and project budget strategies that meet customer requirements and business objectives.
- Provide technical review and design direction for the global site selection program, coordinating sub-station design and site utility power distribution with electrical utility providers.
- Support the technical review and qualification of global equipment vendor selections.
- Support the review and selection of global consultant teams.
- Evaluate customer requirements and provide technical responses and documentation, interfacing with customers to understand requirements and develop solutions.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations.
Skills & Experience:
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 10 years of relevant experience in electrical design and/or electrical engineering, with a focus on data center infrastructure.
- Professional Engineering license.
- Strong knowledge of electrical design, utility sub-stations (HV), power distribution systems (MV & LV), UPS, and backup power systems.
- Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations.
- Experience with electrical safety processes & procedures and SCCAF studies, including implementation.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with a cross-functional team.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with high-density data centers and hyperscale environments.
- Experience in construction methods, schedules, and budgets as it relates to data center electrical systems.
- Experience with prefabrication/modular construction and manufacturing techniques.
- Thrives in a fast-paced and continuously developing environment.
- Exhibits strong interpersonal skills, communication, and collaboration in a team environment.
- Self-starter with superior analytical skills; a problem solver with an astute attention to detail.
- Possesses good judgment, honesty, and utmost integrity.
Additional Information:
- Salary commensurate with experience and background. Bonus eligible. Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Parental Leave, 401k, STD/LTD, Discretionary PTO, HSA/FSA.
- Actual compensation offered will be finalized at offer and may be above the posted range due to skill level, experience, industry-specific knowledge, education/certifications, or geographic location. The offer represents the components of the total package.
Physical Requirements:
The work for this position will be conducted in an office environment. The role may require maintaining a stationary position for extended periods, operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, attending to tasks for extended periods, and communicating accurate information effectively and efficiently. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
Closing Statement: My client is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. They are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is their policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected category. My client is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
