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Senior Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Pkaza

Senior Data Center Facility Engineer

Ashburn, VA

$108K - $147K/yr

Senior Data Center Facility Engineer - Day Shift / Night Shift Available (with shift differential ... Participates in the preparation of analyses and reports on the data center infrastructure, develops ...

Ramboll

Senior Data Center Consultant

Arlington, VA

Senior Data Center Consultant EYP Mission Critical Facilities, part of Ramboll Americas Engineering ... Engineering/Design colleagues, assist in the development of conceptual designs for infrastructure ...

Ramboll

Senior Data Center Consultant

Arlington, VA · On-site

Senior Data Center Consultant EYP Mission Critical Facilities, part of Ramboll Americas Engineering ... Engineering/Design colleagues, assist in the development of conceptual designs for infrastructure ...

Ramboll

Senior Data Center Consultant

Arlington, VA · On-site

Senior Data Center Consultant EYP Mission Critical Facilities, part of Ramboll Americas Engineering ... Engineering/Design colleagues, assist in the development of conceptual designs for infrastructure ...

Ramboll

Senior Data Center Consultant

Arlington, VA · On-site

Senior Data Center Consultant EYP Mission Critical Facilities, part of Ramboll Americas Engineering ... Engineering/Design colleagues, assist in the development of conceptual designs for infrastructure ...

Ramboll

Senior Data Center Consultant

Arlington, VA · On-site

Senior Data Center Consultant EYP Mission Critical Facilities, part of Ramboll Americas Engineering ... Engineering/Design colleagues, assist in the development of conceptual designs for infrastructure ...

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What does a senior data center infrastructure engineer do?

A Senior Data Center Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the physical and virtual infrastructure of data centers. This includes overseeing server hardware, networking equipment, power and cooling systems, and ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. They often lead projects to upgrade or expand data center capabilities, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Additionally, they may mentor junior engineers and collaborate with other IT teams to support business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior data center infrastructure engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Data Center Infrastructure Engineer, you need deep knowledge of server, storage, and network architecture, along with a relevant degree and substantial experience in data center operations. Expertise with virtualization platforms (such as VMware), monitoring systems, and certifications like Cisco CCNP or CompTIA Server+ are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, project management skills, and effective communication help you lead teams and coordinate across departments. These competencies ensure reliable, secure, and scalable data center environments that support critical business operations.

What are some of the most common challenges faced by senior data center infrastructure engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Senior Data Center Infrastructure Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring continuous uptime, managing large-scale hardware deployments, and adapting to rapidly evolving technologies. Balancing the need for high availability with cost-efficiency requires strategic planning and proactive maintenance. Collaboration with network, security, and facilities teams is essential to address issues like power distribution, cooling, and disaster recovery. Staying updated on industry best practices and pursuing ongoing training can help engineers effectively manage these challenges.

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Senior Data Center Facility Engineer

Pkaza

Ashburn, VA

$108K - $147K/yr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Monitor and troubleshoot critical facilities equipment, including power systems, generators, UPS, and building monitoring systems.

  • Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on data center infrastructure components.

  • Develop and ensure adherence to operational, maintenance, and emergency procedures for the data center.

Job description

Senior Data Center Facility Engineer - Day Shift / Night Shift Available (with shift differential for Night shift) - Ashburn, VA 
This opportunity is working directly with a top tier data center developer / wholesaler / colo provider. This firm provides data center solutions custom-fit to the requirements of their client's mission-critical operational facilities. They provide reliability of mission-critical facilities for many of the world's largest organizations facilities supporting Enterprise Clients and Hyperscale Companies. This opportunity provides a career-growth minded role with exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.

We are looking for a Senior Data Center Facility Engineer to support a critical data center. The Sr Critical Facility Engineer will be responsible for monitoring compliance with contractual commitments, directing technical and administrative tasks related to the operation of the critical facility infrastructure and assuring compliance with company's policies and procedures. The Data Center is a 7x24x365 a year operation.

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot and Run Diagnostics, Conduct Preventive Maintenance and Emergency Repairs on Critical Facilities Equipment within the Data Center as specified and on schedule
  • Participates in the preparation of analyses and reports on the data center infrastructure, develops project plans and conducts briefings and presentations
  • Partner when necessary with subcontractors and vendors
  • Operate and perform both routine and emergency service on a variety of state of the art critical systems, including but not limited to; Critical power - low / medium voltage switchgear, diesel generators, paralleling switchboards, UPS, PDU, and building monitoring systems
  • Ensures that operational, maintenance and emergency methods of procedure (MOP's and SOP's) are developed and strictly adhered to
  • Assist with CMMS database management

Qualifications:

  • 5-8 + years of relevant / technical knowledge and practical experience of Critical Facilities Operations
  • 5-10 years experience with Electrical and Mechanical / HVAC equipment such as: UPS, Generators, Switchgears, PDUs, CRAC Units, DC Power Systems, CRAH Units, Chillers, Air handling units, computer grade cooling systems, CRAH Units, DC Power Systems, and building monitoring/control systems
  • Must have experience in operating, troubleshooting and maintenance of Mission Critical Mechanical and/or Electrical Support Systems
  • Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus - Navy Nukes that were part of the Navy Nuke Program - EMN, ETN, MMNs; Seabees; Army - Power Generation; Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, etc.)
  • Strong verbal, written communications skills
  • Experience working with various computer systems and applications
  • Data Center Facilities Operations Experience a plus

Submittal Instructions:
Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: 9zkp9qisypn6pokx5j8t9txkzo@crelate.net

After applying, if you have further questions, you may call 973-895-5200 and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at, https://www.pkaza.com/jobs/
If this job is not for you, feel free to forward this along. WE PAY FOR REFERRALS!!
Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan
EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V
Pkaza LLC is a third-party employment firm. All fees assessed by Pkaza LLC will be paid by our employer that we represent and not by the candidate