Design Engineering Manager

Serverfarm is a leading developer and operator of data centers in North America, Western Europe, and Israel, and has key customer relationships with rapidly growing hyperscale, technology and network customers. In September 2023, Manulife Investment Management acquired a controlling interest in Serverfarm, which will allow the company greater access to capital to accelerate the expansion of its data center portfolio on a worldwide basis. The company is positioned to capture the growing demand for data center capacity that continues to grow globally, fueled by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence and companies’ continued transition of data workloads and storage to the cloud.

Serverfarm has integrated innovation, sustainability and digital transformation into its mission and culture. Serverfarm developed in 2009 out of a need in the market to help customers become more efficient as capacity demands and data management challenges grew. The Serverfarm team began purchasing data centers from customers and leasing back the portion they needed. This strategy transitioned the company from a data center real estate owner into a data center developer and operator, resulting in a growing international portfolio of state-of-the- art facilities.

In 2015, Serverfarm developed its award-winning service platform InCommand with the goal of bringing together the three main elements of a data center: real estate, electrical and mechanical infrastructure, and the IT environment. This portal-based solution combines people, process, and platform, creating a cloud-like experience for data centers. Serverfarm delivers its sustainable Data Center Managemen t as a Service (DMaas) approach at more than 750 locations across forty-five countries.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and manage the design and engineering team responsible for data center construction projects.
• Develop and implement design standards, specifications, and guidelines to ensure consistency and quality across all projects.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed design documents, including architectural, mechanical, electrical, and structural plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, construction teams, and operations staff, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to determine project requirements and constraints.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the design and engineering team, addressing any design-related challenges or issues.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the design and engineering team.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in data center design and construction technologies.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of electrical power distribution systems
• 5 years+ experience in design implementation for substations
• Expert knowledge of transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and other electrical equipment to control and distribute power. 
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a high-performing team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing project requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Data center experience is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g., PE, LEED, or similar) are a plus