Roles & Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Read, interpret, and validate data centre floor plans and technical drawings
- Design and plan DC hall layouts for newly allocated spaces, including rack positioning, structured cabling, power, and cooling design
- Review and assess vendor-submitted data centre plans, evaluate proposed technologies, and clarify design justifications
- Present findings and proposals to internal stakeholders through clear reports and presentations
- Coordinate and oversee the implementation of data centre infrastructure with vendors, contractors, and internal DCO teams
- Ensure that implementation follows approved designs and complies with safety, regulatory, and operational standards
- Contribute to the improvement of internal design standards and delivery practices
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 5 years of experience in data center design, planning, and implementation coordinationProven ability to interpret and work with data center schematics and technical layoutsStrong knowledge of rack layout, structured cabling, power distribution, and cooling infrastructureExperience working with vendors, contractors, and internal engineering teams in infrastructure project deliveryGood communication and stakeholder management skillsFamiliarity with regulatory and industry standards in high-availability data centre environmentsBackground in banking or other mission-critical facilities is preferredRelevant certifications are highly regarded :o CDCDP® – Certified Data Centre Design Professional
o DCDC – Data Centre Design Consultant
o ATD – Accredited Tier Designer
o CDCE ® – Certified Data Centre Expert
o CDCMP ® – Certified Data Centre Management Professional
o PE (Professional Engineer) certification is an added advantage, especially for validating and endorsing design compliance
Tell employers what skills you have
Designer
Management Skills
Data Center
Floor Plans
Compliance
Planning and Implementation
Power Distribution
Banking
Cabling
Stakeholder Management
Project Delivery
Electrical Engineering
Layout
Mechanical Engineering