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Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud. Within CO&I, the Datacenter Engineering (DCE) team is responsible for delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft’s cloud business. The MS portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a passionate individual to help build the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.
Job Responsibility:
Design development decisions related to datacenter projects including new construction, expansions, retrofits and upgrades and standards upgrades in the APAC region
Detailed understanding of mission-critical datacenter HVAC cooling systems, cooling equipment selection, plumbing systems, fire protection systems, fuel systems and mechanical Building Automation System (BAS) controls
Responsible for overseeing the specification and drawing development detailing all mechanical systems
Critical assessments of designs and decisions and support in applying the required standards and country-specific regulations to make the best design choices
Engage and manage external design consultants, run design workshops to ensure they deliver a design to meet the requirements of the Basis of Design (BOD)
Collaboration with Cross-Functional teams to develop datacenter designs from Basis of Design (BOD) to Issue For Construction (IFC) and through the Construction Administration phase of the datacenter until handover for new project build outs
Interface closely with the procurement team, the manufacturers, and the global and local engineering teams to deliver the mechanical solutions needed for each project
Assisting Operations teams with mechanical system solutioning and working with Operations and equipment vendors for implementation as well as assisting in commissioning activities to validate performance, quality, and reliability
Some travel to sites for “Factory Witness Testing”, consultant/vendor interaction in the design process, as well as for final commissioning of the installed systems
Collaboration with internal and external customers, lead the direction of the mechanical designs and oversee the delivery of multiple, concurrent, complete datacenter design solutions aligned with scopes, schedule and budgets of the projects
Supporting requests, liaise with customers to develop specific project design requirements, liaise and collaborate with other Microsoft engineering teams and Operations providing support as and when required for new and existing datacenters
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years related technical engineering experience
OR Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years related technical engineering experience
OR equivalent experience
Related technical experience in consulting engineering / construction / operation which involves design, engineering, construction, operation or maintenance of large scale and complex mission-critical mechanical (HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Fuel Oil, BAS) systems
Technical understanding of mission critical environments
Strong experience with the operation and maintenance of building cooling and related mechanical systems (HVAC, Chilled Water, DX Refrigerant, Evaporative, and related controls systems)
Knowledge of construction techniques and terminology including the ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings and documents is essential
Familiarity with External & Internal CFD modelling and detailed review of CFD technical reports
Sound knowledge of building codes and regulations
Ability to perform complex business case analysis to justify technical decisions
Must possess strong leadership competencies and willingness to collaborate and work cross- functionally to maximize business results and positive customer experiences
Experience managing both internal and external vendors, with a proven ability to manage and monitor progress to ensure objectives are achieved for outsourced project efforts
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills at varying levels of business up to and including business executives
Ability to manage, prioritize and successfully execute multiple concurrent mission-critical infrastructure projects
Excellent analytical and organisational skills
Be a person of integrity, be methodical, detailed-oriented with a strong work ethic
Excellent problem solving, judgement, team building and decision-making skills
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter
Nice to have:
Professional Engineer or Chartered Engineer certification
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years related technical engineering experience
OR Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years related technical engineering experience
OR equivalent experience
Proven experience in consulting engineering and/or hyperscale/colocation datacenter environments, with strong design, construction/commissioning and project execution skills
Ability to lead teams of engineers in advanced engineering and operational processes and procedures as they relate to large datacenter environments