Data Center Facilities Lead

• 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