Senior Director, Data Center Engineering (Remote – USA)

Job Description

Company: Cologix
Headquarters: Denver
Salary Range: $185,000 – $225,000 + Bonus
Work Type: Remote (U.S.) with travel across the U.S. and Canada

About Cologix

Cologix is a leading North American network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center provider, operating 45+ digital edge and Scalelogix℠ data centers across 13 markets in the United States and Canada. With access to hundreds of networks, cloud providers, and internet exchanges, Cologix delivers high-performance infrastructure backed by strong operational support and customer partnerships.

About the Role

The Senior Director, Engineering will lead engineering strategy and execution to support the Design and Construction team in delivering innovative, high-quality data center projects. This leadership role focuses on advancing future-ready technologies — including liquid cooling, sustainability initiatives, and advanced power solutions — while ensuring alignment with company standards, budgets, and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and engineering guidance for data center design and construction projects.
• Serve as the primary liaison with consulting engineers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with company standards and client requirements.
• Oversee engineering standards, basis of design documentation, and owner-furnished equipment specifications.
• Drive innovation in data center technologies including liquid-to-chip cooling and sustainable energy solutions.
• Collaborate with supply chain, construction, operations, IT, DCIM, and security teams.
• Lead recruitment, training, and development of engineering staff.
• Manage engineering budgets, capital costs, and resource allocation.
• Support energy strategy initiatives and utility coordination efforts.
• Participate in due diligence for new development opportunities.
• Oversee QA/QC, commissioning alignment, and project documentation through IFC stages.
• Conduct site visits to ensure design integrity and successful project delivery.

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of electrical/mechanical engineering experience, including 5+ years in leadership within data center or mission-critical environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Strong experience with design-build and design-assist delivery methods.
• Deep understanding of MEP systems and working knowledge of BMS, EPMS, IT, security, and life safety systems.
• Knowledge of utility infrastructure and substation coordination (preferred).
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and executive-level stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Willingness to travel across North America.
• U.S. work authorization required (no visa sponsorship available).

Preferred Credentials

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in a U.S. state (preferred).
• Expertise in commissioning, QA/QC, and mission-critical infrastructure standards.
• Experience with engineering design software and construction management platforms.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Non-accrued PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee discount marketplace
• Recognition programs
• Annual bonus eligibility

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