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Director of Engineering – Hyperscale Data Center Development
Location Options: New York, NY or Dallas, TX
A fast-growing data center developer is building out its technical leadership team and is searching for a Director of Engineering to oversee the full engineering lifecycle of major hyperscale data center projects. This role sits at the center of power, cooling, and sustainability innovation for a multibillion-dollar national platform.
This is an opportunity for an engineering leader who thrives in complex environments, enjoys architecting systems from the ground up, and wants meaningful influence over how next-generation data centers are designed and delivered.
What This Role Will Own
As Director of Engineering, you’ll be the technical driver behind large, multi-disciplinary design efforts. Your work will include:
- Leading engineering strategy and execution from initial concept through commissioning on hyperscale developments.
- Bringing together mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and mission-critical systems into a cohesive, high-reliability design.
- Working hand-in-hand with internal development teams, customers, contractors, and operations groups to keep projects aligned and moving.
- Guiding the adoption of advanced cooling and high-density power solutions as compute requirements evolve.
- Managing and evaluating third-party engineering partners to maintain quality, cost control, and schedule certainty.
- Coaching junior engineers and fostering a culture that values technical depth, collaboration, and innovation.
What Makes You a Strong Fit
- 7–10 years working in data centers or mission-critical environments.
- Background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Master’s a plus).
- Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams on complex, high-stakes projects.
- Strong working knowledge of power distribution systems, cooling strategies, and reliability-focused design.
- Excellent communicator who can bridge technical detail with broader business goals.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at navigating fast-paced, evolving project environments.
About the Organization (High-Level)
This company is backed by a major U.S. real estate and infrastructure leader and is investing heavily in large-scale data center development across the country. With a national footprint, deep development expertise, and an aggressive pipeline, it offers:
- A rare mix of stability and rapid growth
- High visibility into company-wide design and engineering strategy
- A platform directly influencing the future of AI, cloud, and compute infrastructure
- A culture that prioritizes collaboration, technical excellence, and long-term sustainability
If you’d like to explore this confidential opportunity or learn more about the team behind it, I’d be happy to schedule a private conversation.
