Data Center Engineering Design Manager - Ashburn, VA 
This opportunity is working directly with a leading mission-critical data center developer / wholesaler / colo provider. This company provides turnkey data center solutions custom-fit to the requirements of their client's ever-changing mission-critical facility’s operational needs. They accomplish this by providing reliability of mission-critical facilities for many of the world's largest organizations (Hyperscale and Enterprise Customers). This opportunity provides a career-growth minded role with exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.

This challenging and unique role will involve managing the design of Critical Power Systems and HVAC / Cooling / Mechanical Equipment for new data centers and expansions to existing data centers. The ideal candidate will have past experience designing electrical systems specifically for large data centers. They will have experience and in-depth knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, ductwork and piping sizing, selecting HVAC equipment, energy modeling and other engineering calculations and Electrical Power Distribution System design and installation. Previous experience with electrical equipment design to include Generators, UPS systems and electrical switchgear is a must. Our ideal candidate will lead and manage the design of critical and high-impact components of systems. Collaborate cross-functionally with multiple teams, ensuring consistency in architectural principles and promoting best practices. Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends, proposing innovative solutions to enhance applications. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing processes and tools to enhance engineering efficiency. You will lead the design team and working / communicating with all the trades and stakeholders involved in all projects. Working and communicating with internal team and clients effectively is a must. Need to have come up the ranks as consulting engineer to be considered.

Responsibilities:

Manage projects, create designs and plans, provided and gather specifications, and execute assignments in a multidisciplinary electrical and mechanical engineering design role for small to medium sized data center facility design projects.Create Conceptual Designs gathered from meetings Manage and work with the engineering team to create RFPs and and RFIsEstablish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policies ; Put these in clear concise work statement for the fieldReview drawings and specifications, participate in equipment selection and provide input to the design team where needed. Provide ‘peer review’ as neededRepresent the Operations team in startup, testing, factory witness testing, commissioning, and turnover. Support the commissioning manager as neededBe the single point of contact for the Operations Team for building turnover. Ensure that the design and construction are done with operability and maintainability in mindDevelop guidelines and standards for operational processes. Provide input to the development of design standardsDevelop and administer an ‘Operations and Maintenance’ audit programLead After-Action Reviews and ensure that the lessons learned are incorporated into the policiesProvide Subject Matter Expertise on critical systems maintenance and operations. Assist with troubleshooting issues as neededProvide onsite support during major maintenance activities if neededEnsure proper procedures are written and reviewed before such activities

Qualifications:

8-15 + years experienceBachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or similar engineering degreeLicensed PE / EIT a PlusPreviously have worked at an Engineering Consulting firm a MUSTExperience with hyperscale data center design, testing and commissioningMust have experience managing an engineering design teamPrevious experience using: Revit MEP projects, AutoCAD MEP, BIM a plusExperience with Electrical Systems such as UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), Generators, Switchgears, and Batteries a MUSTExperience working on complex data center/mission critical facilities design projects a mustExperience with Mechanical Systems (HVAC , CFD [Fluid Dynamics], Boilers , Chillers , Pumps , CRAC / CRAH Units , Air Handling Units , etc.)Experience in operational handover of mission-critical facilitiesExperience developing design/commissioning/operational standards and guidelinesExperience performing root-cause analysis on complex failure scenariosExperience developing operating procedures and emergency proceduresExperience performing field observations during construction Self Starter, self motivated, and should prioritize well and have the ability to successfully work independentlyA PLUS - Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans ;  Experience with Electrical / Mechanical: Navy nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, SeaBees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.

Submittal Instructions:
Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: 4ww8gsknp9hxdkcbqs44rsrrdo@crelate.net

After applying, if you have further questions, you may call 973-895-5200 and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at, https://www.pkaza.com/jobs/

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Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan
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