Data Center Project Engineer (TFO)

Prime-Data-Centers; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k employer match

Health insurance fully paid

Paid time off

Annual bonus program

Capital project bonus

Job summary

Prime Data Centers is seeking a TFO Project Engineer to support the full lifecycle of mission-critical data center projects, with emphasis on tenant fit-out and white space deployment. You will work with engineering, construction, commissioning and turnover teams to deliver safe, on-time, on-budget outcomes.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in data center engineering or operations, a bachelor’s degree in engineering, and hands-on experience with power, cooling, and cabling systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering or related field.
• 3+ years 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 with project tools like AutoCAD/MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to design and commission data center projects.
• Support tenant fit-out including white space buildouts and rack deployments.
• Translate requirements into project plans and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with design specs, standards, and safety rules.
• Support power, cooling, and structured cabling deployments.
• Participate in capacity planning, risk analysis, and impact assessments.
• Monitor progress, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality control.
• Track milestones and budgets with project managers.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Assist in vendor selection, procurement, and contractor supervision.
• Maintain records of system designs and installations.

Skills

Power distribution

Cooling systems

Cabling systems

Project coordination

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent experience in a related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

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 TFO Project Engineer assists the product delivery team in supporting the full lifecycle of mission-critical data center projects, with a specific focus on tenant fit-out and white space deployment activities. This role supports engineering, construction, commissioning, and turnover efforts while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with client requirements.

The TFO Project Engineer must possess a working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems commonly found in data center environments. Responsibilities may include generating bills of material, preparing and reviewing submittals, soliciting vendor quotations, performing quantity takeoffs, supporting project documentation, coordinating field activities, and managing engineering records through the Document Management System.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to design, implement, and commission data center infrastructure projects.
• Support tenant fit-out projects including white space buildouts, cage installations, structured cabling, rack deployments, and customer-specific infrastructure requirements.
• 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
• Competitive salary range - $100,000-$120,000 based on candidates' skills and experience, along with an annual bonus program & a capital project bonus
• 401k up to a 4% employer match that is fully vested upon enrollment
• 1 00% employee premiums paid by employer for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
• Over 4-weeks of Paid Time Off + Sick time

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. 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.