Director, Electrical Engineering, NA

About Vantage Vantage powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Position Description Vantage is looking for a driven Director, Electrical Engineering to provide overall leadership for our development of data center space for current and future projects. This position will oversee the electrical aspect of new product development, new industry design trends, innovations, changes in code requirements and all aspects of Design Engineering.

Strategic Leadership Define and drive the vision for design and engineering initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices. Lead strategic planning for engineering projects, balancing innovation with operational excellence. Evaluate emerging technologies and design methodologies to enhance enterprise value and maintain competitive advantage. Represent the organization in industry forums and maintain strong engagement with the data center engineering community to stay ahead of trends.

Influence & Collaboration Build strong relationships across internal teams (Delivery, Mission Critical Operation, Market Development, Sales) and external stakeholders (Consultants, Vendors, Contractors). Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing insights that influence business strategy and product development. Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation through initiatives like the “Employee Think Tank,” ensuring ideas are heard and acted upon. Communicate effectively with department leadership through reports and presentations that drive informed decision‑making.

Autonomy & Decision‑Making Exercise independent judgment in managing engineering activities from concept through commissioning across the portfolio. Drive design and engineering decisions to conclusion, balancing technical requirements, budget constraints, and business priorities. Oversee consultant/vendor qualification and make recommendations for technology adoption and deployment. Ensure lessons learned are integrated into processes to promote continuous improvement.

Managerial Capacity Provide thought leadership and accountability for team performance, budget, and schedule adherence. Oversee QA/QC processes, while mentoring and developing engineering staff, fostering professional growth and technical excellence. Manage team workload effectively to maintain balance, drive efficiency while ensuring timely delivery of high‑quality work products. Recruit, lead, and manage high‑performing Electrical SME team – driving collaboration, accountability, and delivering excellence.

Lead all aspects of Electrical Design and Engineering, including site assessment, conceptual design, basis of design, scope of work, and development of construction documents. Oversee inputs and deliverables to guarantee that new data center spaces meet all applicable requirements (BOD, specifications, codes, leases, etc.), while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and added value. Develop and refine design standards to align with company vision and industry benchmarks.

Coordinate with site operations to define project requirements and design criteria and provide support for any issues that arise once critical infrastructure is in operation. Work with sales and marketing to provide technical support wherever needed. Stay abreast of new technologies and opportunities to innovate within…