Director, Data Center Engineering at 174powerglobal

At 174 Power Global, we are proud to be a member of the Hanwha Group, a Fortune Global 500 enterprise and one of the largest business organizations in South Korea. Based in Irvine, California, we leverage a decade of international leadership to design, build, and manage renewable energy solutions across North America. We provide a full spectrum of services, ranging from initial power plant development to long-term operations and maintenance. By integrating top-tier technology and strategic partnerships, we help our clients minimize risk and maximize their investment returns in the renewable energy sector. We are currently seeking a Director of Data Center Engineering to join our team in a remote capacity, with the expectation of travel up to 50 percent of the time.

Key outcomes

• Direct all engineering efforts related to land preparation, ensuring sites are fully prepared for data center construction and meet all regulatory standards.
• Manage the integration of essential utilities, such as solar energy systems, water, and fiber optics, by coordinating effectively with external contractors.
• Oversee multiple large-scale projects simultaneously, maintaining strict control over project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Foster strong collaboration between internal teams and external partners to resolve engineering challenges and achieve project milestones.
• Ensure all work adheres to federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining high standards for safety and quality.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to our engineering staff while staying current on the latest advancements in renewable energy technology.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or a related engineering field.
• At least 7 years of professional engineering experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in the construction of new data centers.
• Demonstrated success in land development and the coordination of utilities for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of data center infrastructure and renewable energy systems, specifically solar energy.
• Exceptional project management abilities, with a history of delivering complex projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred qualifications

• An advanced degree, such as a Master’s or PhD, in a relevant field.
• Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Compensation

We are pleased to offer a remote work environment that allows for flexibility while you contribute to our global renewable energy initiatives.

How to apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to submit your application for consideration. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruitment firms at this time. 174 Power Global is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in our workplace.