Associate Director

The Associate Director, Systems Engineering is a direct hire with a client, located in Charlotte, NC 28269 (onsite/hybrid) . Salary Range: $190K-$220K/annum ; the pay may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors. Relocation is also acceptable. Overview This leader will work closely with sales, marketing and operations internally to develop new products that support the growth in this fast-paced segment where changes are expected to continue. Establishes the key priorities in workflow processes and oversees the execution of resource allocations to ensure optimization of strategy and implementation. Role Responsibilities Collect and analyze emerging trends in Data Center build and operation. Assess customer needs (hyperscalers, colos, others) and understand the technical solutions from competition. Understand elements of product / system differentiation combining HVAC equipment throughout the full customer use chain. Analyze trade-offs. Translate customer/marketing needs into a strategy for products and solutions offering. Define the solution architecture and derive system level requirements. Breakdown system technical requirements into sub-system technical requirements. Lead engineering team to deliver projects on time, within budget and to meet all program performance expectations and requirements. Collaborate effectively with customers, product management, and various global stakeholders to align technical requirements and create a scalable, cost-efficient solution Foster strong relationships with stakeholders across the business to ensure alignment and successful implementation of Data Center projects. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering 15+ years of industry experience working with Data Center customers on cooling system solutions or leading New Product Development projects/team Preferred Qualifications Masters in an Engineering or Industrial field such as Mechanical Engineering. Familiarity with industrial business models for HVAC systems, preferably in a Data Center business environment. Proven track record of building trusted relationships cross-functionally and managing various stakeholder relationships to get consensus on?solutions/initiatives and ability to make decisions with conviction. Ability to solve complex problems using and finding alternate paths to achieve objectives in a highly constrained and fast-paced environment. Benefits 401(k) with match Medical insurance Vision assistance Paid Time Off Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers #J-18808-Ljbffr