Data Center Design Engineer - DC Offices

Solutionz Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Arizona is seeking an experienced Data Center Design Engineer to lead the low-voltage infrastructure design for new greenfield data center buildouts. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of data center low-voltage design experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and a solid understanding of grounding standards. This role involves creating detailed designs, material estimates, and coordination with various teams for projects to ensure seamless execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of data center low-voltage design experience.
• Knowledge of grounding standards required.
• Expertise in CAT 6/6A cabling and termination standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead low-voltage infrastructure design for new data center buildouts.
• Develop Scope of Work documents defining requirements and standards.
• Produce construction drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.

Skills

Data center low-voltage design experience

Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD

Knowledge of diverging/redundant pathways

Grounding standards knowledge

Expertise in CAT 6/6A cabling

Wireless access point design

Comprehensive low-voltage scope knowledge

Ability to deliver material/labor estimates

Creating complete BOMs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Design Engineer to lead the low-voltage infrastructure design for new greenfield data center buildouts. This role requires hands-on expertise in end-to-end electrical and communications pathway systems, from conceptual design through construction documentation. The ideal candidate will produce detailed scopes of work, accurate material/labor estimates, and fully coordinated BIM models to ensure seamless project execution.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Lead low-voltage infrastructure design for new data center construction projects, including whitespace, security, and administrative support areas.
• Develop comprehensive Scope of Work (SOW) documents defining system requirements, performance criteria, and installation standards.
• Create detailed material take-offs and Bill of Materials (BOM) with vendor-specific part numbers, quantities, and lead times.
• Prepare labor estimates by trade, phase, and crew size to support project budgeting and scheduling.
• Design divergent cable pathways (redundant A/B feeds) in compliance with TIA-942, Uptime Institute Tier standards, and client availability objectives.
• Specify and detail grounding and bonding systems per BICSI, IEEE 1100, and NFPA 70 (NEC Article 250/645).
• Engineer structured cabling systems using CAT 6/6A copper and single mode/multimode fiber for backbone and horizontal distribution.
• Integrate wireless access point (WAP) infrastructure, including PoE budgeting, coverage modeling, and heat mapping.
• Produce construction drawings in AutoCAD (2D) and Revit (BIM 360 coordination) with clash-free pathway routing.
• Coordinate with architectural, MEP, and structural teams to resolve spatial conflicts and maintain design intent.
• Support RFP responses, value engineering, and design-build procurement processes.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years of data center low-voltage design experience, with direct involvement in new buildouts (greenfield or major expansions).
• Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD; able to produce layered, standards-compliant drawings.
• Full understanding of divergent/redundant pathways, including basket tray, ladder rack, and underfloor systems.
• In-depth knowledge of grounding standards (TGB, TMGB, RGB, signal reference grids).
• CAT 6/6A cabling expertise, including termination standards (T568A/B), performance testing (Fluke DSX), and bend radius compliance.
• Wireless access point design experience (mounting, power, VLAN segmentation, RF interference mitigation).
• Comprehensive low-voltage scope: structured cabling, DAS, security, BMS integration, and A/V.
• Proven ability to deliver material/labor estimates within ±5% accuracy.
• Experience creating complete BOMs with long-lead item flagging.

Data Center Design Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Design Engineer to lead the low-voltage infrastructure design for new greenfield data center buildouts. This role requires hands-on expertise in end-to-end electrical and communications pathway systems, from conceptual design through construction documentation. The ideal candidate will produce detailed scopes of work, accurate material/labor estimates, and fully coordinated BIM models to ensure seamless project execution.

________________________________________________

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead low-voltage infrastructure design for new data center construction projects, including whitespace, security, and administrative support areas.
• Develop comprehensive Scope of Work (SOW) documents defining system requirements, performance criteria, and installation standards.
• Create detailed material take-offs and Bill of Materials (BOM) with vendor-specific part numbers, quantities, and lead times.
• Prepare labor estimates by trade, phase, and crew size to support project budgeting and scheduling.
• Design divergent cable pathways (redundant A/B feeds) in compliance with TIA-942, Uptime Institute Tier standards, and client availability objectives.
• Specify and detail grounding and bonding systems per BICSI, IEEE 1100, and NFPA 70 (NEC Article 250/645).
• Engineer structured cabling systems using CAT 6/6A copper and single mode/multimode fiber for backbone and horizontal distribution.
• Integrate wireless access point (WAP) infrastructure, including PoE budgeting, coverage modeling, and heat mapping.
• Produce construction drawings in AutoCAD (2D) and Revit (BIM 360 coordination) with clash-free pathway routing.
• Coordinate with architectural, MEP, and structural teams to resolve spatial conflicts and maintain design intent.
• Support RFP responses, value engineering, and design-build procurement processes.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years of data center low-voltage design experience, with direct involvement in new buildouts (greenfield or major expansions).
• Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD; able to produce layered, standards-compliant drawings.
• Full understanding of divergent/redundant pathways, including basket tray, ladder rack, and underfloor systems.
• In-depth knowledge of grounding standards (TGB, TMGB, RGB, signal reference grids).
• CAT 6/6A cabling expertise, including termination standards (T568A/B), performance testing (Fluke DSX), and bend radius compliance.
• Wireless access point design experience (mounting, power, VLAN segmentation, RF interference mitigation).
• Comprehensive low-voltage scope: structured cabling, DAS, security, BMS integration, and A/V.
• Proven ability to deliver material/labor estimates within ±5% accuracy.
• Experience creating complete BOMs with long-lead item flagging.

Preferred Qualifications

• RCDD certification (active) or documented progress on RCDD pathway.
• BIM/Revit proficiency (LOD 300+ modeling for cable tray, conduits, and containment).

Education-Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field (or equivalent experience).