Data Centre Design & Infrastructure Strategy Engineer_SG

Premier Inn Hotels LLC (UAE); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Inn Hotels LLC (UAE) is seeking a Data Centre Design & Infrastructure Strategy Engineer to define and drive the design, expansion, and modernization strategy across more than 30 global facilities in 12 countries.

You will set design standards, evaluate site feasibility, and model costed investment options, bridging network architecture with physical data center facilities. Strong collaboration with colocation providers, cabling vendors and engineering consultants is essential.

Qualifications

• Substantial DC design, engineering, or infrastructure strategy experience.
• Experience in multi-site regional roles or network architecture pivot into DC strategy.
• Knowledge of UPS, PDU, CRAC/AHU, and power distribution.

Responsibilities

• Define design standards for data center classification, rack specs, power density, and cabling.
• Conduct site feasibility assessments for power/cooling capacity and footprint.
• Develop costed expansion proposals covering CapEx, OpEx, and recurring costs.
• Direct in-rack placement, cabling media, redundancy, and pod vs legacy architectures.
• Negotiate with colocation providers and manage cabling vendors and consultants.

Skills

Data center design

Network architecture

DCIM tooling

M&E knowledge

Cost modelling

Vendor management

Tools

DCIM tooling

Job description

Marina Boulevard, Singapore

The Data Centre Design & Infrastructure Strategy Engineer defines the design, expansion, and modernization strategy across more than 30 global facilities in 12 countries . The role sets design standards, evaluates site feasibility, models costed investment options, and bridges the gap between network architecture and physical data center facilities . Key responsibilities include :

Design Standards: Define and maintain data center classification standards, rack provisioning specs, power density assumptions, and cabling guidelines based on site purpose .

Site Feasibility & Uplift Strategy: Conduct deep-dive site assessments on power/cooling capacity and device footprints, and commission/interpret engineering studies to form recommendations .

Business Case & Option Modelling: Develop costed expansion proposals (space reclamation, additional racks, new whitespace) covering CapEx, OpEx, and recurring cost impacts .

Architecture Challenge: Direct in-rack placement, cabling media, redundancy, and pod versus legacy architectures, questioning legacy network designs when necessary .

Vendor & Partner Management: Negotiate power, cage expansions, and containment modifications with colocation providers, while managing cabling vendors and engineering consultants .

Requirements

Qualifications: Years of Experience & Tech Stack

Years of Experience: Substantial experience in data center design, engineering, or infrastructure strategy (ideally in a multi-site regional role), OR a strong background in network architecture design looking to pivot into DC strategy.

Networking & Architecture: Network architecture design (routing, switching, connectivity, spine/leaf topology, pod-based designs, switch configurations, and cabling media).

Mechanical & Electrical (M&E): Solid understanding of DC M&E, including UPS, PDU, CRAC/AHU units, cooling capacity/containment, and three-phase power distribution.

DCIM & Business Modeling: DCIM tooling, capacity forecasting platforms, and financial modeling for CapEx/OpEx business cases.

Preferred Skills & Advantage

Background in network architecture/engineering, facilities engineering, or enterprise infrastructure planning.

Direct experience supporting highly regulated enterprise environments, particularly financial institutions.

Working knowledge of Uptime Institute Tier standards, ASHRAE thermal guidelines, and local APAC regulatory compliance.

Relevant professional certifications such as CDCP (Certified Data Centre Professional) or equivalent.