SME- Data Center

About the Role:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and engineering of data centre projects from concept through detailed design and commissioning.
• Provide subject matter expertise in areas including architecture, MEP systems, electrical distribution, cooling systems, controls, and redundancy planning.
• Ensure compliance with global data centre standards such as Uptime Institute, ASHRAE, BICSI, and TIA-942.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, and discipline leads to optimize performance, cost, and schedule.
• Drive innovation in energy efficiency, sustainability, and operational resilience in data centre design.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies for power, cooling, and monitoring systems.
• Provide peer review and technical validation for engineering deliverables.
• Support business development teams with technical inputs, proposals, and client presentations.
• Mentor and guide design engineers to strengthen in-house data centre expertise.
• Interface with clients to understand requirements, present design concepts, and ensure technical alignment throughout project stages.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
• 25+ years of experience in data centre design, engineering, or commissioning within a consulting or EPC environment.
• Proven experience in Tier III or Tier IV data centre projects (concept to handover).
• In-depth understanding of electrical systems (UPS, switchgear, generator, PDU), mechanical systems (CRAC/CRAH, chiller, cooling towers), and integration of control and monitoring systems (BMS, EPMS).
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NFPA, ASHRAE, IEEE, ISO, Uptime Institute).
• Excellent communication and coordination skills for working with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Certifications such as Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer (ATD), Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP), or similar will be an advantage.