Director Global Mission Critical Engineering

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posted 5 days ago | Updated 10 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 160,000.00 - 280,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Network
Telecommunications
Data Centers
Energy Modeling
Distribution
Systems Design
Collaboration
Emerging Technologies
Continuous Improvement
Presentations
Startups
Turnover
Budget
Auditing
Insurance
MW
Data Center Design
Testing
Management
Engineering Design
Autodesk Revit
AutoCAD
Building Information Modeling
Electrical Systems
UPS
Power Supply
HVAC
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Control Flow Diagram
Fluid Mechanics
Root Cause Analysis
Communication
Reporting
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Forecasting
Modeling
Military
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Adobe AIR

Job Details

Director Global Mission Critical Engineering - Herndon, VA

Amentum's Digital Infrastructure Group has been at the forefront of creating a new generation of communication infrastructure for over 40 years. We specialize in everything from network development to complete telecom life cycle solutions, datacenter retrofits and modernization, to full datacenter buildouts. While these critical environments are ever changing, the demand for innovative technology and long-term support remains constant. These services include design, construction, updates, and maintenance of new and existing datacenter facilities.

This challenging and unique role will involve directing the design of Critical Power Systems and HVAC / Cooling / Mechanical Equipment for new data centers and expansions to existing data centers. The ideal candidate will have past experience designing electrical systems specifically for large data centers. They will have experience and in-depth knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, ductwork and piping sizing, selecting HVAC equipment, energy modeling and other engineering calculations and Electrical Power Distribution System design and installation. Previous experience with electrical equipment design to include Generators, UPS systems and electrical switchgear is a must. Our ideal candidate will lead and manage the design of critical and high-impact components of systems. Collaborate cross-functionally with multiple teams, ensuring consistency in architectural principles and promoting best practices. Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends, proposing innovative solutions to enhance applications. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing processes and tools to enhance engineering efficiency. You will lead the design team and working / communicating with all the trades and stakeholders involved in all projects. Working and communicating with internal team and clients effectively is a must. Need to have come up the ranks as consulting engineer to be considered.

Responsibilities:
Manage / Direct projects, create designs and plans, provided and gather specifications, and execute assignments in a multidisciplinary electrical and mechanical engineering design role for small to medium sized data center facility design projects.
Create Conceptual Designs gathered from meetings
Ability to manage multiple projects; Champion design reports; Produce engineering proposals (RFPs); Facilitate client meetings / presentations that meet the company's / project's objectives
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policies ; Put these in clear concise work statement for the field
Review drawings and specifications, participate in equipment selection and provide input to the design team where needed. Provide 'peer review' as needed
Represent the Operations team in startup, testing, factory witness testing, commissioning, and turnover. Support the commissioning manager as needed
Ensure that the design and construction are done with operability and maintainability in mind
Develop guidelines and standards for operational processes. Provide input to the development of design standards
Track progress of projects against goals, objectives, timelines, and budgets
Develop and administer an 'Operations and Maintenance' audit program
Lead After-Action Reviews and ensure that the lessons learned are incorporated into the policies
Provide Subject Matter Expertise on critical systems maintenance and operations. Assist with troubleshooting issues as needed
Provide onsite support during major maintenance activities if needed
Ensure proper procedures are written and reviewed before such activities
Ability to manage a team of engineers and technical staff

Our health and welfare benefit are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave. Salary offer is geographic dependent. ($160-280k)

8 + years experience
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or similar engineering degree
Licensed PE
Previously have worked at an Engineering Consulting, A/E or MEP Consulting firm managing engineering projects a MUST
Experience with Hyperscale MEP Engineering Projects 100MW + a MUST
Colo data center design, testing and commissioning a Plus
Must have experience managing an engineering design team
Previous experience using: Revit MEP projects, AutoCAD MEP, BIM a plus
Familiar with the design process of building systems for data center and mission critical projects required
Experience with Electrical Systems such as UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), Generators, Switchgears, and Batteries a MUST
Experience working on complex data center/mission critical facilities design projects a must
Experience with Mechanical Systems (HVAC , CFD [Fluid Dynamics], Boilers , Chillers , Pumps , CRAC / CRAH Units , Air Handling Units , etc.)
Experience in operational handover of mission-critical facilities
Experience developing design/commissioning/operational standards and guidelines
Experience performing root-cause analysis on complex failure scenarios
Experience developing operating procedures and emergency procedures
Experience performing field observations during construction
Self Starter, self motivated, and should prioritize well and have the ability to successfully work independently
Effective Communicator- emails, phone, meetings. Strong organizational, communication, and reporting skills
Microsoft Project, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc. - ability to create complex reports, forecast modeling, etc.
A PLUS - Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans ; Experience with Electrical / Mechanical: Navy nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force - Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.