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How much do data center design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for data center design engineer in Virginia is $146,196.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,300.00 and $194,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a data center design engineer do?

A Data Center Design Engineer is responsible for designing and optimizing data center infrastructure, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and reliability. They work with power distribution, cooling systems, network architecture, and security to support IT operations. Their role includes collaborating with stakeholders to meet business and technical requirements while adhering to industry standards. Efficient design reduces operational costs and improves data center performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data center design engineer?

To thrive as a Data Center Design Engineer, you need strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical engineering principles, data center infrastructure standards, and relevant academic qualifications, often a bachelor's degree in engineering. Proficiency with design and simulation tools like AutoCAD, Revit, and CFD software, along with certifications such as Uptime Institute Accredited Tier Designer or BICSI are important. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are vital in coordinating with cross-disciplinary teams and clients. These capabilities ensure the efficient, reliable, and scalable design of mission-critical data center environments.

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Infographic showing various Data Center Design Engineer job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $146,196 per year, or $70.3 per hour.

Global Data Center Design Leader

Ll Oefentherapie

Richmond, VA • On-site

$180 - $240/hr

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As Senior Director of Datacenter Design, youwill lead a global team responsible for all data hall design for OCI. This role is responsible for leading the team consisting of design engineers, technical program managers, and software developers to ensure on-time delivery of design projects, working with cross-functional teams to establish standards that enable better power/space utilization while maintaining flexibility to adapt data centers to different use cases. You Will work closely with the Infrastructure Delivery, Supply Chain, Physical Networking, Datacenter Operations, and software automation teams to further optimize the data center design and fit-out process. The position requires a high degree of energy, passion, outgoing personality, technical competence and integrity.

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