Chief Engineer, Power​/Energy Systems Architect - Data Center Solutions

Summary

Celestica is a global leader in design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions, specializing in advanced technologies for a diverse range of industries, including energy, Health Tech, and aerospace & defense. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Celestica partners with its customers to deliver high‑quality, cutting‑edge solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive growth.

We are seeking an experienced Senior leader and visionary Power/Energy Systems Architect with deep product and application expertise, specifically within hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. This role is pivotal in developing cutting‑edge power and energy solutions for our data center clients, focusing on advanced battery energy storage systems, integrated energy generation solutions, and critical balance of plant (BOP) subsystems. The ideal candidate will possess profound familiarity with the intricate electrical systems, power delivery networks, and evolving energy infrastructure of modern data center operations.

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute engineering strategies for power and energy systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards. Lead the implementation of technical solutions for complex projects involving multiple domains.
• Architectural Definition: Lead the architectural definition and evolution of complex power delivery networks (PDNs) for data centers, including current industry standards (e.g., 400V AC/DC) and emerging architectures (e.g., 800V AC/DC, high‑voltage rack power distribution).
• Project Oversight: Oversee the design for various applications across multiple projects, including energy efficiency, power supply and distribution, and power load analysis.
• Customer Engagement: Foster strong relationships with customers to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions, serving as the primary customer contact.
• Strategic Deployment: Lead the deployment of strategic technologies/programs and coordinate global deployment efforts, managing relationships with key vendors and partners.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with engineering, product management, business development, and sales teams to develop innovative solutions aligned with market demands.
• Innovation & Compliance: Identify emerging technologies and trends in power and energy systems, integrate them into customer solutions, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, and take responsibility for non‑technical elements of engineering projects.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and present project reports, updates, and technical documentation to stakeholders.

• Engineering Expertise: Clear understanding of hyperscale and enterprise data center power market, design methods, and certification requirements.
• Energy Background: Knowledge of applicable product certification processes and ability to interface with regulatory agencies.
• Leadership: Ability to lead projects and teams that achieve milestones and complete deliverables.
• Results‑Oriented: Driver who implements effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Problem Solver: Creative yet pragmatic, methodical, and detail‑oriented.
• Analytical Thinking: Excellent planning, execution, and project‑management skills.
• Teamwork: Team player and builder, receptive to ideas from others.
• Ethics: Highest level of professional integrity and honesty.
• Travel: 25% travel required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related field);
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the energy market, with specific expertise in power and energy ecosystems; 5+ years in critical infrastructure power delivery; ideally in data center or high‑density power design.
• Proven experience in developing services & solutions for major OEMs, with deep understanding of various market applications.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and certification requirements relevant…