Data Center Design and Performance Engineer

CoreSite

Data Center Design & Performance Engineer reviewing and designing electrical and mechanical systems for data centers at CoreSite. Collaborating with teams to ensure alignment with standards and optimization.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate the efficiency, reliability, and engineering design of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire and life-safety, and building management systems for expansion and upgrade projects
Define the scope for testing and commissioning to ensure design intent and operability of systems supporting the data centers
Provide final quality assurance sign-off for engineered systems at the end of construction
Collaborate with Sales Engineering to design custom engineering solutions for customer deployments
Support the sales process for complex opportunities by providing technical expertise
Assess installed systems to optimize efficiency and reliability
Review and approve engineering modifications to existing facilities
Provide engineering support to Data Center Operations, including failure analysis and system maintenance of critical infrastructure
Ensure quality control for Operations teams, focusing on equipment, safety, and maintenance best practices
Support commissioning activities by reviewing test scripts and witnessing test performance
Maintain up-to-date documentation related to design, procurement, and operational standards
Special projects as assigned
Promote and demonstrate behaviors consistent with CoreSite’s Culture and Core Value

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to work 40% on-site from an approved CoreSite Market and 60% remotely from that same market, with flexibility to adjust onsite expectations as business needs evolve
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time to support testing and construction activities, with flexibility to adjust travel commitments as business needs evolve. Must demonstrate adaptability in managing travel requirements in response to company growth
In-depth working knowledge of data center design, operations, and infrastructure
Strong strategic problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to challenges
Proficiency in AutoCAD, or other computer aided design software, as well as in Microsoft Office, primarily Excel
Ability to operate and interpret results from test equipment, such as power quality meters, thermal imaging cameras, multi-meters, to evaluate and troubleshoot equipment operation and performance
Commitment to personal development and the ability to pursue relevant certifications and accreditations (i.e. LEED AP, CDCDP, etc.)
Excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse personalities and cross-functional teams in both on-site and remote environments
Ability to work independently while ensuring regular communication and coordination with colleagues and other organizations, regardless of location

Benefits

Comp & perks

First-day medical insurance through Cigna with generous premium cost coverage
Dental insurance through Delta Dental
Vision insurance through VSP
Telemedicine through MDLive for Cigna
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) plans
Health saving account (HSA) plans for employees participating in the High Deductible Health Plan
Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance fully paid by the company
Voluntary coverage benefits for supplemental life, critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance
First-day eligibility for 401(k) savings plan through Fidelity, which includes an attractive matching company contribution with a 5% company match
Discretionary annual bonus and equity incentive plan
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with a 15% discount
16 days of paid time off (PTO)11 paid company holidays and additional floating holidays
Additional paid time off for school events, elder care, volunteering, bereavement, jury duty, voting, parental leave and disability leave
Free parking or a company contribution toward a public transit pass
Wellness Reimbursement Program: Yearly stipend of $500 for employees and $300 for dependents, up to $800 total for the family
Wellness Incentive Program: Participate in various wellbeing activities to earn up to $450 per year in cash incentives
Technology Stipend: $100 monthly stipend.
Educational Reimbursement Program: Work-related learning and development with reimbursement on qualifying degree programs, up to $5,250 per year
Giving Back: Charitable donation matches up to $5,000 per year and nominate organizations for Company Foundation grants
Financial Management: Access to financial coaching, digital tools and services to manage and pay student loan debt quicker
Pet Insurance: Keep your furry friends healthy and happy
Family Planning: Benefits and services related to fertility, pregnancy, menopause, adoption and surrogacy
Employee Assistance Program: 24x7 service to support family, work, money, health, legal and life challenges
Counseling and Caregiving Programs: Including access to mental health services, licensed counselors, and caregiving tools including membership for finding care.
Referral Bonus: Receive a $3,000 cash bonus if referred candidate is hired and meets eligibility requirements
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Hard Skills & Tools

data center designdata center operationsengineering designquality assurancefailure analysissystem maintenancetest equipment operationtroubleshootingAutoCADMicrosoft Excel

Soft Skills

strategic problem-solvingadaptabilitycollaborationcommunicationindependenceproactive approachcommitment to personal developmentflexibilitycoordinationability to work with diverse personalities

Certifications

LEED APCDCDP