Data Centre Design Engineer / Specialist (DC Hall Design / Requirements / Banking Domain)

SMART INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology services provider is seeking a Data Centre (Design) Engineer in Singapore to design and plan Data Centre Halls for a top global investment bank. The ideal candidate will ensure efficient space utilization, optimal power and cooling distribution, and adherence to industry standards. Responsibilities include interpreting layout drawings, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining documentation. A degree in a related field and relevant design experience are required.

Qualifications

• Education Background in computer science, information technology, and/or engineering field.
• Relevant experience in data centre design.
• Experience in supporting data centre projects.
• Proficiency in data centre power systems and cooling mechanisms.
• Knowledge of data centre cabling and racking/stacking.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan Data Centre Halls focusing on space optimization and power distribution.
• Interpret and analyze data centre layout drawings and power/cooling schematics.
• Coordinate with vendors for equipment installation and rack layouts.
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices and data centre standards.

Skills

Data centre design

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Knowledge of power systems

Cooling mechanisms

Education

Degree in computer science, information technology, or engineering

Tools

Data center management tools

Job description

Executive Summary

Smart IMS Inc provides Digital technology & Cloud transformation services, Application & Infrastructure Management Services, Unified Communications, and Insurance implementation services to customers across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific regions. As the trusted technology and business partner of leading MNCs, including Global Investment Banks, Smart IMS is also a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Oracle Platinum Partner and AWS MSP Partner.

We are looking to hire a Data Centre (Design) Engineer in Singaporeto support our client, a top global investment bank. The ideal candidate will be responsible to design and plan Data Centre Halls, ensuring efficient space utilization, optimal power & cooling distribution, and adherence to industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Design and plan Data Centre Halls with a focus on space optimization, power, cooling, and cabling infrastructure.
• Interpret and analyze data centre layout drawings, rack placement plans, and power/cooling schematics to ensure proper implementation.
• Work closely with facility engineers, network architects, and operations teams to develop scalable and efficient data centre designs.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for equipment installation, rack layouts, and structured cabling setup.
• Maintain accurate documentation of data centre hall designs, layouts, and modifications.
• Identify potential risks and inefficiencies in the data centre design and propose solutions for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices, safety regulations, and data centre standards

Required Skills:

• Education Background in computer science, information technology, and/or engineering field
• Possess relevant experience in data centre design
• Have experience in supporting / working in data centre projects
• Proficiency / knowledge of data centre power systems, cooling mechanisms and cabling
• Possess knowledge / know-how of data centre cabling, racking / stacking
• Familiar with data center management tools and software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability collaborate effectively with partner teams, vendors and stakeholders.