Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Worldwide Mission Critical is seeking a Technology Design Engineer to provide technical leadership and strategic guidance in data center design, implementation, and operations. The role involves serving as the Owner’s trusted advisor on IT infrastructure and emerging technologies to ensure resilient and scalable data center projects.
Responsibilities
- Act as the Owner’s primary expert on technology strategy, design, and integration for data center projects
- Translate business requirements into technology solutions that align with performance, resiliency, and growth objectives
- Advise leadership on industry trends, standards, and innovations in data center technology
- Review and guide the design of structured cabling systems, network infrastructure, and IT spaces (MDF/IDF, white space, telecom rooms)
- Ensure designs meet standards (BICSI, TIA/EIA, Uptime Institute, IEEE) and best practices for scalability, reliability, and maintainability
- Provide input on integration of smart building systems, IoT, and converged network solutions
- Collaborate with architects, MEP engineers, and security teams to ensure technology requirements are fully integrated into overall facility design
- Evaluate vendor solutions, conduct technical due diligence, and support procurement strategies
- Work closely with commissioning teams to validate system performance and ensure operational readiness
- Develop Owner’s technology standards, playbooks, and roadmap for current and future facilities
- Advise on long-term lifecycle management, including upgrades, capacity planning, and sustainability considerations
- Support evaluation of emerging technologies such as edge computing, AI integration, and advanced connectivity solutions
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
- 8+ years in data center design, IT infrastructure, or technology consulting
- Proven expertise in structured cabling, networking, and IT systems integration
- RCDD, CCNP/CCIE, CDCDP, or equivalent
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and data center design best practices
- Master's degree preferred
- Experience with Owner's Representative or mission-critical projects strongly preferred
Company Overview
Worldwide Mission Critical offers project management and owner's representation for data center and mission-critical construction. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.worldwidemissioncritical.com.