Solutions Engineer - Data Center Development

Location: Dallas, TX Asset Class: Data Centers Employment Type: Full-Time | In-Office + Up To 25% Travel) Position Overview: Provident’s Data Center development platform continues to grow, bringing with it an expanding roster of clients who expect technical expertise from the earliest stages of a project, not only at the point of contract. The Solutions Engineer serves as that technical presence: leading site evaluations, translating customer power and cooling requirements into engineered, costed solutions, and remaining engaged with each opportunity through construction. The role sits at the intersection of customer confidence and internal execution You’ll translate business and technical requirements into engineered solutions, keeping opportunities moving and giving customers a best-in-class experience working with Provident. Key Responsibilities: Customer Engagement Lead site tours, technical sales calls, and solution presentations for Provident’s largest data center customers. Solution Design Support pricing discussions and negotiate technical terms through contract execution. Translate customer power, cooling, and space requirements into engineered, costed solutions. Manage RFI, RFP, and RFQ responses from technical scoping through submission. Internal Coordination Serve as the subject matter expert on data center infrastructure, building systems, and white-space fit-outs. Serve as the primary point of contact between customers and Provident’s Development team. Support pipeline reviews, forecasting, and account planning for strategic accounts. Market Presence Represent Provident at industry conferences and technical forums. Monitor data center industry trends and communicate relevant insights to account teams. Qualifications & Experience: Education & Technical Foundation Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline. Hands-on, in-field experience with electrical/power or mechanical/cooling systems within a data center environment. Experience Minimum of 5 years of experience with a data center or colocation provider, or eight years in an adjacent field such as telecommunications, networking, engineering consulting, or mission-critical facilities. Pre-sales experience in a Solutions Engineering or Sales Engineering capacity; quota-carrying sales experience is not required, though candidates should be comfortable partnering closely with sales teams and engaging directly with customers. Demonstrated ability to translate customer requirements into viable technical solutions, with experience collaborating across engineering, construction, operations, and commercial functions. Skills & Tools Technical depth in at least one of the following areas: networking, electrical systems, cooling systems, monitoring and controls, or mission-critical infrastructure. Strong communication and presentation skills, including experience engaging senior stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple concurrent opportunities with a high degree of organization and attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Adobe Acrobat. Core Competencies: | Competency Area | Indicator of Success |

• Customer Trust | Strategic customers engage the role early in the opportunity lifecycle based on confidence in the individual’s technical judgment. |
• Technical Ownership | Proposed solutions remain accurate through construction, with minimal scope-related change orders. |
• Cross-Functional Collaboration | Design & Construction, Operations, and commercial teams regard the individual as a reliable technical liaison. |
• Communication | The individual presents the same solution effectively to both technical staff and senior business stakeholders. |
• Execution | Opportunities progress without delay, supported by timely RFP responses and pricing turnaround. |

Company Overview: Since its inception in 1991, Provident has developed over $6 Billion of real estate projects. We are disciplined and focused on executing deals that offer the best strategy for Provident and our investor partners. With over three decades of experience with opportunistic land development and vertical development in various key U.S. markets, our company thrives on an entrepreneurial spirit and an excellent track record of success. Over the past 30+ years, Provident has executed a diversified real estate investment and development platform. Currently, the $7.5 billion portfolio includes product types such as multi-family, industrial, master-planned communities, hospitality, retail, office, mixed-use, and data centers across the United States. Under the leadership of Leon Backes and Jay Hawes, Provident is a respected, well-capitalized investment firm that has thrived through three decades and multiple market cycles with foresight, depth of experience, and a unique ability to adapt to shifting demands, market trends, and challenging economic cycles. Provident is in constant pursuit of flexibility, innovation, and professionalism in its operations and investments. By maintaining a streamlined decision-making process, Provident is able to capitalize on fast-moving opportunities and rapidly adjust to dynamic market forces. Benefits: Competitive base + bonus, and the unique ability to invest in the Provident Employee Fund or participate in Provident’s Employee Profit Sharing program. Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Company-Provided Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance 401k with Company Match 529 College Savings Plan 3 Weeks PTO Paid Holidays Maternity/Paternity Leave

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