The posting
- Lead the design and implementation of data center facilities, including electrical systems, IT spaces, server racks, and network cabling.
- Conduct site assessments to evaluate collocation rooms, legacy upgrades, and overall facility readiness.
- Analyze risk and system availability for vendor-operated collocation data centers.
- Continuously review and adjust DC and comms room requirements to support evolving business needs.
- Investigate and analyze root causes of equipment failures.
- Coordinate with local authorities to ensure compliance with building codes and other regulatory standards.
- Liaise with utility companies to manage site power and infrastructure requirements.
- Collaborate with commissioning teams to test and validate electrical, mechanical, and fire systems.
- Support ongoing operations through utilization tracking, efficiency improvement, and failover analysis.
- Work closely with internal IT, network, server, and application teams to maintain consistent service standards.
- Travel to data center sites across all CITIC Securities Group locations when needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Data Center Management, or related field
- Certified Data Center Design Professional (CDCDP)
- 10 -15 years of experience in data center construction, operations, or maintenance
- Minimum 5 years in mission-critical field engineering roles
- Deep knowledge of both mechanical and electrical data center systems
- Familiar with international codes related to DC design and operations
- Skilled in reading and interpreting electrical/mechanical one-line diagrams
- Experience with electrical protection systems and coordination
- Able to lead complex technical projects and deliver effective solutions
- Hands-on experience with key DC infrastructure: UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs, VFDs, ATS/STS, chillers, pumps, CRAC/CRAH units, and air-side economizers
- Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality
- Innovative thinking, especially in cost-effective, reliable DC solutions
- Excellent communication in English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a plus



