Data Center Project Engineer

Prime Data Centers; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly performance bonus

401k employer match

100% employee premiums for health insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading data center company seeks a Project Engineer in Elk Grove Village, IL to assist in infrastructure project delivery. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams, ensuring compliance with specifications, and tracking project milestones. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years' experience in data center operations. The position offers a competitive salary of $90,000-$105,000, along with benefits like 401k matching and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data center engineering, construction, or operations.
• Strong understanding of mission-critical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with data center design standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to implement data center infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with design specifications and safety regulations.
• Monitor installation progress and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Project management tools proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

About Prime Data Centers

Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership.

About the role

The Project Engineer assists the product delivery team in performing focused tasks to support the construction lifecycle. The Project Engineer must have an understanding of basic electrical and mechanical systems. They may be asked to focus on one or more of the following processes; generating a bill of material, preparing and reviewing submittals, soliciting quotes, performing basic quantity takeoffs, assembling PowerPoint presentations from multiple source documents, and printing, storing and retrieving design and engineering documents in the Document Management System.

Onsite - Elk Grove Village, IL

Reports To: Regional Director of Construction

What you’ll do

• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to design, implement, and commission data center infrastructure projects.
• Translate technical requirements into project plans, schematics, and documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with design specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Support the deployment of power (UPS, generators, PDUs), cooling (CRAC/CRAH, HVAC), and structured cabling systems.
• Participate in capacity planning, risk analysis, and impact assessments for changes to the data center environment.
• Monitor installation progress, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project milestones, timelines, and budgets in coordination with project managers.
• Prepare and present technical reports, updates, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Assist in vendor selection, procurement, and contractor supervision as needed.
• Maintain detailed records of system designs, configurations, and installations.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience in a related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in data center engineering, construction, or operations
• Strong understanding of mission‑critical infrastructure (power, cooling, cabling, network)
• Familiarity with data center design standards and best practices
• Proficiency in project tools such as AutoCAD, MS Project, or similar
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary range - $90,000-$105,000 along with a quarterly performance bonus and an annual bonus program
• 401k up to a 4% employer match that is fully vested upon enrollment
• 100% employee premiums paid by employer for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
• Paid Time Off + Sick time

Prime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, protected veteran or military status, disability status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

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