Data Center Technical Architect Director (APAC)

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the technical team across multiple countries' data center projects, ensuring successful technical delivery.
• Review solution architecture designs from the Solutions Architect to ensure alignment with project goals and delivery timelines.
• Present technical data center solutions to clients and negotiate data center project terms using strong communication and sales skills.
• Conduct client requirement surveys and analysis to develop effective data center facility solutions.
• Identify key delivery activities, customize project solutions, and maintain orderly and controlled execution.
• Manage technical risks and perform cost analysis for construction and manpower resources.
• Apply deep knowledge of data center industry standards (TIA942, BICSI, IEC61439, IEEE493, BS 7671) to guide project design and delivery.
• Manage data center facility design, including electrical, Mechanical Ventilation and Air Conditioning system (MVAC system), Extra-Low Voltage system (ELV system), fire suppression & detection system, and civil works.
• Evaluate and select key equipment such as Diesel Generators, High-Voltage/Low-Voltage Panels, Transformers, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), Batteries, Power Distribution Units (PDU), Busway, and Cables.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data center integration or turnkey solutions.
• Experience with large-scale data centers of 1 Megawatt (1MW) in consulting, design, or project management is highly valued.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2019/Revit and Microsoft Project, etc.
• Professional certifications (preferred): Accredited Tier Designer (ATD) by UPTIME Institute or Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) by EXIN EPI.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and adaptable to challenges and pressure.
• Open-minded with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be willing and able to travel internationally and be stationed overseas for extended periods, depending on project requirements and deployment schedules.