Data Center Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title: Senior Data Center Infrastructure Engineer / Data Center Infrastructure Consultant Location: Location: Chandler, AZ Duration: 18-24 Months Rate: $58-$60/hour W2 Overview We are seeking a senior-level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer with deep expertise leading large-scale data center design, engineering, and infrastructure initiatives from concept through deployment. This is a highly strategic consulting role focused on advising stakeholders, developing infrastructure solutions, and driving end-to-end data center projects—not performing day-to-day maintenance or operational support. The ideal candidate has experience serving as a technical SME, consultant, solution architect, or engineering lead for enterprise or hyperscale data center projects, with a strong background in electrical and mechanical infrastructure, modern cooling technologies, and overall facility design. Must-Have Qualifications 10+ years of experience in Data Center Infrastructure Engineering , Data Center Design, or Infrastructure Consulting. Proven experience leading greenfield or brownfield data center buildouts from planning through implementation. Strong background designing electrical and mechanical infrastructure for enterprise or hyperscale data centers. Experience serving as a technical consultant, solution architect, engineering lead, or infrastructure SME rather than performing hands‑on maintenance. Deep understanding of: Electrical distribution systems UPS systems Backup generators Switchgear Power redundancy (N+1, 2N) Mechanical infrastructure HVAC Chilled water systems CRAC/CRAH units Experience designing or implementing liquid cooling solutions for high-density computing environments. Ability to develop infrastructure strategies, engineering recommendations, and executive‑level presentations. Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams including facilities, construction, vendors, architects, and executive leadership. Strong understanding of data center capacity planning, resiliency, scalability, and future‑state architecture. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline. Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred. Experience supporting hyperscale cloud, AI, HPC, or large enterprise data center environments. Familiarity with industry standards including Uptime Institute Tier Standards, TIA-942, ASHRAE, NFPA, and related data center design standards. Experience evaluating emerging cooling technologies and modern infrastructure designs. Experience working with construction firms, engineering consultants, or mission‑critical facility projects. Responsibilities Lead the planning, design, and engineering strategy for enterprise data center infrastructure initiatives. Serve as the primary technical advisor for large-scale data center construction and modernization projects. Develop electrical and mechanical infrastructure solutions supporting high-availability environments. Design infrastructure supporting next‑generation workloads including AI, GPU, and high-density computing. Evaluate and recommend modern cooling strategies, including liquid cooling implementations. Partner with construction teams, engineering firms, architects, and executive stakeholders throughout project lifecycles. Review engineering designs, validate technical decisions, and provide infrastructure recommendations. Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Drive end-to-end delivery from concept, planning, design, procurement, implementation, commissioning, and handoff. Provide technical leadership across multiple concurrent infrastructure initiatives. Develop long‑term infrastructure roadmaps aligned with business growth and technology strategy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Matlen Silver