Data Center Engineering Design Director

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Austin, TX

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Data Center Engineering Design Director - Austin, TX This position is also available in: Dallas TX, Denver CO, Ashburn VA, San Jose CA, or in Phoenix AZ This opportunity is working directly with a leading mission-critical data center developer / wholesaler / colo provider. This firm provides data center solutions custom-fit to the requirements of their client's mission-critical operational facilities. They provide reliability of mission-critical facilities for many of the world's largest organizations facilities supporting Enterprise Clients and Hyperscale Companies. This opportunity provides a career-growth minded role with exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.

Lead and manage engineering design projects for small to large scale data centers, focusing on electrical and mechanical systems (UPS, switchgear, chillers, CRAHs, generators, liquid cooling, etc.)
Direct the development, review, and maintenance of design contracts, specifications, and standards
Develop greenfield data center concepts including electrical system designs, HVAC and cooling loads, and perform power system analysis
Mentor and guide engineers and subject matter experts / SME's, providing strategic and technical leadership
Manage engineering schedules and project timelines to ensure timely delivery
Facilitate the design process, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with standards, codes, and client requirements
Provide constructability reviews and cost/schedule feedback throughout design and construction
Collaborate with business development, product, QA/QC, commissioning, construction, and operations teams to ensure cross-functional alignment
Lead design-related change management, tracking RFIs, change requests, and ensuring resolution
Support site startup, testing, commissioning, and turnover processes; represent design during factory witness testing and operational handover
Develop and enforce engineering best practices, QA/QC standards, and compliance measures
Conduct lessons learned reviews and incorporate feedback into design standards
Drive design improvement and resiliency efforts using system risk analysis and power monitoring data

7-15+ years of experience in data center engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership or managerial capacity
Previous experience at an MEP Consulting, A/E, or engineering firm is a must
Deep understanding of critical MEP infrastructure, operational handover, and commissioning processes
Experience with hyperscale and colocation data center design and construction
Familiarity with NEC, building codes, industry standards, and data center best practices
Strong proficiency in engineering tools and platforms: AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, MATLAB, MS Office Suite, etc.
Skilled in root-cause analysis, troubleshooting, and operations documentation development
Exceptional communication, organizational, and project management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple teams and stakeholders

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering a big plus
PE / EIT license a plus
Military veterans with technical experience in electrical/mechanical systems highly encouraged to apply (e.g., Navy nukes, Seabees, Army Power Generation, Air Force Power Production, etc.)

competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance
a 401(k) plan
EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V

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