Data Center Project Engineer (SJC)

Prime Data Centers

$105K — $135K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or equivalent technical experience
  • 3+ years of experience in data center engineering, construction, or operations
  • Strong understanding of mission-critical infrastructure systems
  • Familiarity with data center design standards and best practices
  • Proficiency in project management tools like AutoCAD and MS Project
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors on data center construction projects
  • Translate technical requirements into project plans and documentation
  • Ensure compliance with design specifications and safety regulations
  • Support deployment of power and cooling systems along with cabling infrastructures
  • Participate in capacity planning and risk assessments
  • Monitor installation progress and ensure quality control
  • Track project milestones, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with project managers
  • Prepare and present technical reports to stakeholders

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range $105k - $135k with annual and performance bonuses
  • 401k with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4%, fully vested upon enrollment
  • 100% of employee premiums covered for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
  • 4 weeks of Paid Time Off plus sick time
Full Job Description
About the role

The Data Center Project Engineer assists the product delivery team in performing focused tasks to support the commercial construction lifecycle. The Project Engineer must have an understanding of basic electrical and mechanical systems and 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.

What you'll do

  • Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to design, implement, and commission data center infrastructure construction projects.
  • Translate technical construction 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 $105k - $135k along with an annual bonus and a performance bonus program
  • 401k dollar-for dollar up to a 4% employer match that fully vested upon enrollment
  • 100% employee premiums paid by employer for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
  • 4-weeks of Paid Time Off + Sick time


Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

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