Data Center Engineer II

Astreya; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider based in Singapore is looking for a Data Center Engineer II. In this role, you will design datacenter collocations and infrastructure hardware while supporting production networks in data centers. You will be responsible for project timelines, asset management, and documentation creation to ensure efficient operations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in data center practices and fiber optics, along with excellent communication and time management skills.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to build productive relationships.
• Understanding of fiber-optic technology.
• Familiarity with As-Built drawings for Datacenter POPs.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and support large-scale networks in data centers.
• Manage project timelines for network turn-up.
• Create documentation for new deployments.
• Assist in improving data center best practices.

Skills

Data center practices understanding

Excellent communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a global team

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.S / B.A)

Tools

DC-CAD

Job description

What this Job Entails :

The Data Center Engineer II will be heavily involved in the design of the datacenter collocations, infrastructure hardware, and provide technical consultations. The incumbent will build / create all drawings for datacenter POP’s and develop / write Scopes of Work (SOW) for new POP builds. The Data Center Engineer will create detailed installation MOP’s (Method of Procedure) for multiple types of optical transport and switching equipment, overheads (fiber raceway, ladder, basket) and power AC / DC. The incumbent will also communicate with all departments and provide tech support for Network Engineers.

Scope :

Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways

Seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of their speciality

Works on problems of a diverse scope

Receives little instruction on day to day work, general instruction on new assignments

Your Roles and Responsibilities :

Deploy, configure, and support a large-scale production and corporate network and server infrastructure in data centers and Point of Presence (POP) sites.

Calculate and document equipment power requirements and work with Engineering, Facilities Operations, and / or collocation vendors to meet these requirements.

Manage project timelines to support network turn-up within expected completion intervals.

Responsible for asset management of networking gear in datacenter and POP sites.

Contribute to documentation, automation and processes as they evolve.

Create network and server rack face elevations, floor plans, wiring diagrams, and detailed port maps for new deployments and documentation.

Create statements of work for vendors at the POP sites.

Create cage and rack designs and understand the overall needs of POP infrastructure.

Document and follow RMA processes and procedures for all relevant vendors.

Assist in following, improving, and implementing data center and POP best practices.

Work closely with Network Engineering, Logistics, and equipment vendors as new equipment and technologies are integrated into the production network.

Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position

Required Qualifications / Skills :

Bachelor’s degree (B.S / B.A) from four-college or university and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Builds productive internal and external working relationships

Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action

Understanding of Data center practices (i.e. cable routing, calculating power usage and cooling).

Familiarity with creating As-Built drawings for Datacenter POPs and creating the 3rd module on DC-CAD

Knowledge of how to build / create SOW’s for new POP builds

Understanding of field-based work in POPs, carrier hotels, or Central Office environments.

Understanding of fiber-optic technology including cable types, connector types, optic types, patch panels, and optical transport technologies.

Excellent communication skills, should be able to work with carriers / vendors

Understanding of importance of dealing with service providers and colocation facilities

Ability to work within a global team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with limited supervision

Strong attention to detail with excellent time management and organization skills

Preferred Qualifications :

Physical Demand & Work Environment :

Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing

Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment

Must be able to use a computer

Must have the ability to communicate effectively

Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and / or fingers