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Generac

Sales Engineer - Data Centers

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

This position will be remote/hybrid, and the ideal candidate will need to live near a major airport ... Data Center electrical/mechanical design * Experience with BESS and/or micro-grid energy solutions ...

Meta

Energy Analyst, New Transactions

Menlo Park, CA · On-site +1

$132K/yr

Engage with Infrastructure and Capacity Engineering stakeholders to incorporate data center design trends and hardware roadmaps into load forecasting methodologies * Build scalable analytical tools ...

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How does a remote data center design professional typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

A Remote Data Center Design professional regularly works with cross-functional teams including network engineers, architects, project managers, and HVAC specialists. Collaboration often happens through virtual meetings, cloud-based design platforms, and shared documentation to ensure all infrastructure requirements are met efficiently. Clear communication is crucial, as you’ll coordinate on timelines, technical standards, and troubleshooting, often across different time zones. Building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders ensures that design solutions align with operational needs and industry regulations.

What is remote data center design?

Remote data center design involves planning, engineering, and managing data center infrastructure from a location separate from the physical site. Professionals in this field use digital tools and communication technologies to create layouts, specify equipment, and ensure systems meet performance, security, and efficiency standards. This approach enables collaboration across global teams and supports efficient project delivery, especially for organizations with multiple or geographically distant data centers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remote data center design, and why are they important?

To thrive in Remote Data Center Design, you need a solid background in electrical and mechanical engineering, data center infrastructure standards, and experience with site planning and design, often supported by a relevant engineering degree or certification. Familiarity with CAD software, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and industry standards like ASHRAE or Uptime Institute Tier classifications is typically required. Strong project management, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating remote teams and stakeholders. These skills ensure data centers are efficiently designed, compliant, and resilient, supporting critical business operations.

What is the difference between Remote Data Center Design vs Data Center Technician?

AspectRemote Data Center DesignData Center Technician
Primary FocusPlanning and designing data center infrastructure remotelyMaintaining and troubleshooting data center hardware onsite or remotely
Required SkillsNetwork architecture, system design, project managementHardware installation, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance
Work EnvironmentOffice or remote, involving collaboration with engineers and clientsData center facilities, often onsite, with some remote support
CertificationsCCNP, Cisco Data Center certifications, PMPCompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, Data Center certifications

Remote Data Center Design involves planning and designing data center infrastructure remotely, focusing on architecture and project management. Data Center Technicians handle hardware setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting, often onsite. While both roles require technical certifications, their daily tasks and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Remote Data Center Design job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 59% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution.

Assistant Product Developer - Modular - Data Center

Cupertino Electric, Inc.

Bodega Bay, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Posting Title: Assistant Product Developer – Modular Design – Data Center            
Reports To: Director of Product Development 
Location: Remote | Edgerton, WI | Salt Lake City, UT | Houston, TX | Greater San Francisco Bay
With travel to the Modular Plant (Edgerton / Salt Lake City) as necessary 
Salary Range: $66,750 to $125,000
*This position is eligible for the Operations Bonus Plan.

Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE ARE
Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything. 
 
THE MODULAR TEAM
Modular solutions by CEI anticipate and solve ongoing problems for data center operators. Our proven, factory-built and tested data center infrastructure products bring deployments online faster, more reliably, and with less risk than conventional methods.
 
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Assistant Product Developer assists the Sr. Product Developer in translating customer requirements into specific product features, geometry, and functions. The Assistant Product Developer will have specific development responsibilities as determined by the Sr. Product Developer and may include the preparation of a development schedule, component design, producing drawings and submittals, specification mark-ups, researching materials or processes, or preparing sketches.  The Assistant Product Developer will also be involved with scope leveling such preparing scope documents, matrices, and CDE’s (Comply, Deviate and/or Exclude) duties.
 
  • Support product development efforts by preparing sketches, technical drawings, and weekly reports under the direction of senior team members.
  • Review and annotate product specifications and design narratives, incorporating input from senior developers.
  • Assist with equipment submittals by reviewing documentation, extracting key information, and packaging materials for submission.
  • Conduct research on materials, manufacturers, and design processes to inform and clarify design decisions.
  • Collaborate with peers to implement design best practices and identify innovative opportunities for cost savings.
  • Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers to obtain accurate product data and ensure a timely exchange of information.
  • Audit Revit-generated Bills of Materials (BOMs), verify labeling spreadsheets, and confirm As-builts are complete and properly submitted.
  • Participate in team meetings and assist in developing feeder schedules and labeling strategies to support project execution.
 
ABOUT YOU
  • Knowledge of design platforms (AutoCAD, Bluebeam, ACC) and modeling is preferred.
  • Ability to translate abstract concepts into clear design solutions through sketches, models, and digital illustrations.
  • Skilled in independent research to support material selection, design functions, and process improvements.
  • Capable of reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical design drawings, including single-line, control, and process piping diagrams.
  • Familiar with industry standards and safety regulations including NEC, OSHA, and NFPA 70E.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 tools (Excel, MS Project) with strong organizational and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
 
Education and Experience: Vocational or Technical Certificate in engineering drafting or design, industrial technology, manufacturing design, mechanical design, or electrical or manufacturing of 2 years in a product development environment. Electrical background experience preferred.
*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. 
 
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CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
 
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
 
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
 
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