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About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects, and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across 19 markets in North America, EMEA and APAC, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands. Vantage's business is growing exponentially, through a combination of greenfield market expansion and acquisitions.
Position Overview
Vantage Data Centers is seeking a Senior Project Engineer, NA to join the Design Engineering team, supporting the delivery of high-performance, mission-critical data center infrastructure. This role is responsible for leading the full design lifecycle across new developments and existing facilities, ensuring technical excellence, consistency, and alignment with business, customer, and operational requirements.
The Design Manager serves as a central technical point of contact throughout the project lifecycle, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders including Sales, Solutions Engineering, EH&S, New Site Development, Construction, Sustainability, Automation & Controls, Security, IT, and Operations. This role also leads regional change management efforts, drives continuous improvement through lessons learned, and ensures design decisions balance capital efficiency, operational performance, and long-term sustainability.
*Position is On-Site in Port Washington, WI
Essential Job Functions
Design Leadership and Project Oversight:

• Lead the development, review, and continuous improvement of design packages, standards, and technical specifications to ensure system reliability and consistency.
• Own early design baseline development and ensure alignment with lease agreements, customer requirements, and internal standards.
• Guide internal and external design teams, fostering collaboration aligned with project objectives, sustainability targets, and delivery schedules.
• Attend assigned project sites regularly to monitor design execution and track RFIs, deviations, and change requests.

Client Engagement and Communication:

• Serve as the technical lead for client and internal stakeholder engagements, including leading technical meetings and design reviews.
• Provide regular, detailed updates on design progress, risks, blockers, and priorities to internal leadership and external partners.

Procurement and Vendor Coordination:

• Support procurement and project leadership in the selection and management of regional design partners and contractors.
• Oversee contract execution and Value Engineering (VE) initiatives in collaboration with the General Contractor and Engineer of Record.

Quality, Risk, and Change Management:

• Drive continuous improvement by developing and refining design, procurement, and construction processes.
• Anticipate, assess, and mitigate risks related to design quality and engineering execution.
• Lead benchmarking initiatives to ensure regional alignment and best-practice adoption.
• Lead on-site support for Change Management / REACH processes across engineering disciplines, ensuring effective implementation and reporting.

Team Development and Knowledge Sharing:

• Conduct regular design team meetings to provide feedback, alignment, and issue resolution.
• Facilitate Lessons Learned sessions and ensure insights are captured and implemented across projects and regions.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Additional Duties:

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Planning, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent experience, including military service or exceptional training, may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in data center design management or equivalent technical leadership roles; 5+ years preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in data center design and familiarity with North American construction markets preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of critical power and cooling infrastructure systems.
• Familiarity with applicable building codes, fire ordinances, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation standards.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Travel is expected to be approximately 15-30% and may increase as business needs evolve.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Additional Details

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401(k) program that includes company match, and many additional voluntary benefits.
• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above-market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak with people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.