Sustainable Data Center Design Manager

CoreWeave•Sunnyvale, CA

1d•$134,000 - $179,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sustainable Data Center Design Manager to lead sustainability-driven design initiatives across our data center construction projects and engineering design. This cross-functional role sits within the Data Center Engineering team but will collaborate closely with Corporate Sustainability to ensure alignment with our long-term energy, carbon-reduction, and resource-efficiency goals. The focus of this role is on embedding sustainability into data center design, ensuring that projects integrate onsite renewables, energy-efficiency strategies, low-carbon materials, water-conservation measures, and alternative refrigerants. The successful candidate will drive cost justification, technical evaluation, and implementation of solar, battery storage, grid interactivity, high-efficiency mechanical and electrical systems, and lifecycle carbon analysis within data center projects. Acting as the primary technical lead for sustainable design strategies, this individual will work closely with architects, engineers, sustainability consultants, and construction teams to ensure that sustainability best practices are incorporated from concept to construction. Travel required to various data center sites and relevant industry conferences as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Renewable Energy, Sustainability, or related field. A degree in a STEM field is a plus.
5+ years in data center design, renewable energy integration, or energy infrastructure development.
Demonstrated expertise and strong knowledge of sustainable energy technologies, including solar PV, wind, battery storage, microgrid integration, energy efficiency systems, water conservation, and grid interactivity.
Experience in applying financial analysis to energy projects, including cost justification, Return on Investment (ROI) analysis, and knowledge of relevant incentive programs for renewable energy and sustainability initiatives.
Proven ability to manage the implementation of sustainable solutions from the design phase through construction and commissioning.
Ability to effectively communicate and present complex technical and financial analyses to diverse audiences, including executives, engineering teams, and regulatory agencies.

Nice To Haves

Sustainability Certifications – LEED Accredited Professional or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as the bridge between corporate sustainability goals and data center design execution, ensuring that high-level sustainability objectives translate into practical, technically sound design solutions.
Collaboration & Technical Leadership – Partner with MEP engineers, architects, sustainability consultants, and construction teams to integrate sustainable solutions into data center designs, ensuring alignment with engineering specifications and sustainability objectives.
Energy Efficiency Design – Lead efforts to optimize energy efficiency, integrating technologies like AI-driven predictive modeling, automated energy management systems, and smart grid capabilities for operational savings.
Onsite Renewables Evaluation – Evaluate and, where feasible, implement solar PV, wind energy, and battery storage systems, analyzing their technical, financial, and environmental impacts.
Grid Interactivity & Demand Response – Design data centers with a focus on energy resilience, including peak shaving, demand response, and microgrid capabilities that support the local grid.
Lifecycle Carbon Analysis – Conduct carbon lifecycle assessments of design options, helping to identify and implement strategies that reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions.
Water Conservation Design – Develop water-efficient systems, integrating renewable-powered cooling technologies and exploring innovative solutions like rainwater harvesting and closed-loop water systems.
Sustainable Materials & Construction – Recommend the use of sustainable, low-carbon building materials and ensure compliance with green building standards such as LEED.
Alternative Refrigerants – Implement and advocate for low-GWP refrigerants and other sustainable HVAC solutions that reduce the environmental impact of data center cooling.
AI & Automation in Design – Utilize AI tools and automation technologies to optimize building designs for energy efficiency, water conservation, and operational flexibility.
Sustainability Certifications – Ensure designs meet or exceed the requirements for certifications like LEED, WELL, ENERGY STAR, and other green building standards.
Construction Oversight – Oversee the construction and commissioning of sustainable design elements, ensuring compliance with both design specifications and sustainability targets.