About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Design&EngineeringDepartment
The Design& Engineering (D&E) team drives the technology,innovationand new development of data center infrastructure across Vantage's companywide portfolio. D&E evaluates new sites, drives cost and schedule in line with corporate goals and servesasSubjectMatterExperts(SMEs)across the entire project lifecycle from concept through commissioning. The team collaborates with Sales,Operationsand management along the way. D&E also workshand in hand with the Construction team tocome up witha vertically integrated design and ensures new and existing standards and designs are executed effectively.
At the heart of our vision is the creation of critical infrastructure thatfacilitateshuman connection, creativity, sharing, and collective aspirations. Our mission revolves around providing our customers with consistently exceptional facilities swiftly and enjoying the process while doing so. This dedication extends to our Customers, Construction teams, and Site Operations teams.
One thing that distinguishes Vantage is that our technical staff are given the responsibility and authority to directly drive tangible results. Our team can align long-term operational sustainability with value engineering and cost metrics to deliver products aligned with corporate goals. This approach empowers each member of the team to drive high-impact decisions and results.
The Design Engineering team guides the development and operation of best-in-class data centers for hyperscale customers by providing business-minding Design and Engineeringexpertise.
Vantage isseekinga Senior Electrical Engineer to be part of the design engineering team, steering innovativedesignand engineering solutionsfor our data center projects. In this role, as a subject matter expert, you will be focussing on program improvement initiatives as well as supporting the deployment of new data centers from land acquisition to Operationalhand-off.
You will be presented with complex engineering challenges and will work with teams to bring them to resolution. You will ensure engineering standards are developed, executed, and enhanced for projects. You will evaluate designsto meet customer requirements while providing a balance of CAPEX and OPEX costs, engineering innovation, and site application requirements. There will also be some focus on special projects that support data center renovations, troubleshooting, and remediation activities. These projects tend to be more focused in scope and typically require detailed attention since they can involve a live facility.
Knowledge of MVequipment,LV equipment,UPSes,generators, transfer switches (ATS/STS/ATC,etc),data centerelectrical distribution topologies,data centerelectricalredundancyandvalue engineering as they relate to designingstate-of-the-artdatacenters isrequired.Familiarity in the areas ofdata hall failover calculations,mechanical systemsand emerging technologiesfor data centers is preferred.
Design Leadership&Impact:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including construction, operations, sales, and leadership, to achieve project goals and foster organizational success.
Participate in all phases of project execution, including conceptual design, basis of design, scope of work, development of construction documents, and commissioning.
Responsible for the review of technical drawings, such as schematic drawings, design and construction documents, main submittals, sequence of operations,and commissioning scripts
Review technical drawings, design documents, and commissioning scripts, ensuring compliance with standards and customer requirements.
Collaboration and Coordination:
Research and Development:
Engage in continuous professional development through training, participation in professional societies, associations, and continuing education.
Skills, Knowledge, And Experience
Familiarity with building codes, regulations, and standards, such as NEC, NERC, IEEE,NFPAand local building codes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
Proficient in Microsoft Office. Understanding of AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Navisworks and SCCS modeling software environments
Physical Demands and Special Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis occasionally required tostand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
Compensation for the role will depend ona number offactors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!
