Senior Project Engineer, NA

Vantage Data Centers; Port Washington (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee assistance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Vantage Data Centers in Port Washington, WI, is looking for a Senior Project Engineer to lead the design lifecycle for new developments and existing facilities. You will ensure technical excellence and project alignment while coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in data center design management and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include paid time off and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data center design management or equivalent technical leadership roles.
• Strong organizational, analytical and project management skills.
• Familiarity with applicable building codes and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and continuous improvement of design packages and standards.
• Guide internal and external design teams to meet project objectives.
• Provide regular updates on design progress and risks.

Skills

Project management skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Planning, Architecture, Engineering or related field

Job description

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s most well‑known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. The company operates across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, delivering highly reliable, efficient and sustainable data center infrastructure.

Position Overview

Senior Project Engineer, NA – Design Engineering team. Responsible for leading the full design lifecycle across new developments and existing facilities, ensuring technical excellence, consistency, and alignment with business, customer, and operational requirements. Coordinates cross‑functional stakeholders and drives continuous improvement.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead development, review and continuous improvement of design packages, standards and technical specifications.
• Own early design baseline development and ensure alignment with lease agreements, customer requirements and internal standards.
• Guide internal and external design teams, fostering collaboration aligned with project objectives, sustainability targets and delivery schedules.
• Attend assigned project sites regularly to monitor design execution and track RFIs, deviations and change requests.
• Serve as technical lead for client and internal stakeholder engagements, including leading technical meetings and design reviews.
• Provide regular, detailed updates on design progress, risks, blockers and priorities.
• Support procurement and project leadership in the selection and management of regional design partners and contractors.
• Oversee contract execution and value‑engineering initiatives in collaboration with the general contractor and engineer of record.
• Drive continuous improvement by developing and refining design, procurement and construction processes.
• Anticipate, assess and mitigate risks related to design quality and engineering execution.
• Lead benchmarking initiatives and on‑site support for change‑management processes across engineering disciplines.
• Conduct regular design team meetings, facilitate lessons‑learned sessions and capture insights for future projects.
• Handle additional duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Planning, Architecture, Engineering or related field (preferred).
• Equivalent experience, including military service or exceptional training, may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in data center design management or equivalent technical leadership roles; 5+ years preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical and project management skills.
• Proficiency in data center design with familiarity of North American construction markets preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of critical power and cooling infrastructure systems.
• Familiarity with applicable building codes, fire ordinances and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and documentation standards.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Problem‑solving mindset with focus on continuous improvement.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Expected travel of 15–30%.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The role requires occasional standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping or kneeling, talking and hearing, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Additional Details

• Paid time off, employee assistance, 401(k) with company match and additional voluntary benefits.
• Compensation depends on qualifications, skills and experience and may fall outside any advertised range.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters without contract; any submitted resumes without agreement are property of Vantage Data Centers.