Director, Electrical Engineering, NA

vantagedc; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage seeks a Director of Electrical Engineering to lead the development of data center space, directing all electrical design and engineering activities from concept through commissioning. You will manage a multi‑project portfolio, balance budget and schedule, and ensure alignment with product offerings and client needs.

You will mentor staff, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with sales, operations, and external partners to stay ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• US-based Professional Engineer (PE) registration strongly preferred.
• 8+ years in engineering management or leadership role.
• 15+ years in electrical design and construction; 20+ years preferred.
• Data Center experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of Electrical Design and Engineering for data center projects from concept to commissioning.
• Oversee multiple projects, budgets, and schedules, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Collaborate with sales, facilities, and cross‑functional teams to deliver value.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff, driving technical excellence and ongoing improvement.
• Coordinate with consultants/vendors for qualification and adoption of technology.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering

Team management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

Job description

About Vantage

Vantage powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Position Description

Vantage is looking for a driven Director, Electrical Engineering to provide overall leadership for our development of data center space for current and future projects. This position will oversee the electrical aspect of new product development, new industry design trends, innovations, changes in code requirements and all aspects of D esign Engineering. As a leader, you will be responsible for managing a team with multiple projects related and product development tasks with competing priorities ensuring all projects are in alignment with strategic corporate objectives. Collaboration and integration in the sales lifecycle process including client interface is integral to the role. Constant communication with facilities operation, sales and marketing department and other subject matter experts will ensure that the design of new facilities will maintain and enhance Vantage's product and service offering.

Essential Job Functions

Strategic Leadership

• Define and drive the vision for design and engineering initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Lead strategic planning for engineering projects, balancing innovation with operational excellence.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and design methodologies to enhance enterprise value and maintain competitive advantage.
• Represent the organization in industry forums and maintain strong engagement with the data center engineering community to stay ahead of trends.

Influence & Collaboration

• Build strong relationships across internal teams ( Delivery , Mission Critical Operation, Market Development , Sales ) and external stakeholders ( C onsultants, V endors, C ontractors).
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing insights that influence business strategy and product development.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation through initiatives like the "Employee Think Tank", ensuring ideas are heard and acted upon.
• Communicate effectively with department leadership through reports and presentations that drive informed decision-making.

Autonomy & Decision-Making

• Exercise independent judgment in managing engineering activities from concept through commissioning across the portfolio.
• Drive design and engineering decisions to conclusion, balancing technical requirements, budget constraints, and business priorities.
• Oversee consultant/vendor qualification and make recommendations for technology adoption and deployment.
• Ensure lessons learned are integrated into processes to promote continuous improvement.

Managerial Capacity

• Provide thought leadership and accountability for team performance, budget, and schedule adherence.
• Oversee QA/QC processes, while m entor ing and develop ing engineering staff, fostering professional growth and technical excellence.
• Manage team workload effectively to maintain balance, drive efficiency while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work products.
• Recruit, lead, and manage high-performing Electrical SME team - driving collaboration, accountability, and delivering excellence.

Nature of Work

• Lead all aspects of Electrical D esign and E ngineering, including site assessment, conceptual design, basis of design, scope of work, and development of construction documents.
• Oversee inputs and deliverables to guarantee that new data center spaces meet all applicable requirements (BOD, specifications, codes, leases, etc.), while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and added value.
• Develop and refine design standards to align with company vision and industry benchmarks.
• Coordinate with site operations to define project requirements and design criteria and provide support for any issues that arise once critical infrastructure is in operation
• Work with sales and marketing to provide technical support wherever needed
• Stay abreast of new technologies and opportunities to innovate within and beyond the data center industry.

Additional Responsibilities

• Develop and manage content for team learning and onboarding, promoting transparency and two-way communication across the organization.
• Additional duties as assigned by Management Job Requirements

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering , or a related field.
• Registration as a US-based Professional Engineer (P.E.) strongly preferred .
• Experience: 8 + years of experience in a n engineering management or leadership role required .
• 1 5 + years of experience in electrical design and construction required, 20 + years preferred
• Data Center experience is