Data Center Engineer
Location: Memphis, TN
Job Type: Contract To Hire
Company: IDR
Category: All Other
Job Description Apply Now
Are you passionate about data center operations and eager to play a pivotal role in supporting innovative technology environments? We are seeking a skilled Data Center Engineer to join a dynamic team supporting a leading AI company's data center projects. This full-time opportunity offers hands-on involvement in advanced infrastructure design, deployment, and troubleshooting, all within a fast-paced and collaborative setting. The Data Center Engineer position is an excellent fit for technical professionals who thrive in customer-facing roles and seek to grow their expertise in modern data center environments. Extensive travel is required, providing opportunities to work on diverse projects and experience different locations.
As a Data Center Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering critical services that drive the success of enterprise-level data centers. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring high-quality solutions, seamless project execution, and superior client satisfaction. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, including networking, server infrastructure, automation, and advanced cooling solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, bridging the gap between pre-sales and delivery, and play a key role in implementing robust data center systems that meet the evolving needs of customers.
In this role, you will engage directly with clients, providing technical guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle. Your strong communication skills and customer-oriented approach will help build lasting relationships and contribute to the overall success of each project. The Data Center Engineer must be adaptable, detail-oriented, and willing to travel extensively to meet project demands. If you have a background in data center engineering, strong scripting abilities, and a desire to work in a stimulating environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Data Center Engineer - Summary- Serve as a key technical resource for data center operations supporting an advanced AI technology client.
- Work closely with internal teams and clients to ensure project success from initial design through implementation.
- Utilize technical and interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional service in a highly collaborative environment.
- Design, deploy, and implement scalable data center solutions tailored to client requirements.
- Act as a liaison between pre-sales consultants and delivery teams, ensuring smooth project workflows.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex multi-vendor issues involving servers, switches, routers, and cabling systems (including fiber optics and transceivers).
- Oversee cabling installation, fiber optic connectivity, and power balancing to maintain optimal data center performance.
- Support scripting and automation initiatives, leveraging skills in Python, Bash, or Ansible to increase operational efficiency.
- Document all processes and solutions, and contribute to knowledge sharing within the organization.
- Engage in extensive travel as required by project needs, including periodic extended stays at project sites.
- Competitive compensation package designed to recognize your expertise and contributions.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to support your well-being.
- Opportunity to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Program.
- Access to a dedicated engagement manager focused on your professional success and growth.
- Work with an industry leader recognized for excellence and employee satisfaction.
- Extensive hands-on experience in data center environments, with strong knowledge of servers, switches, routers, and fiber optic cabling.
- Familiarity with cooling solutions, including experience with liquid cooling systems (preferred).
- Advanced scripting capabilities in Python, Bash, or Ansible are highly desirable.
- Excellent documentation skills and attention to technical detail.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for direct client interaction.
- Ability to travel frequently and adapt to different work environments.
- Self-motivated and proactive with a strong technical acumen.
- Enjoys solving complex problems in a collaborative, customer-focused setting.
- Flexible and willing to travel extensively for project assignments as needed.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- Keen to work with innovative technologies and contribute to ongoing improvements in data center operations.
- Join a team with decades of proven industry experience and a reputation for excellence.
- Work in a supportive environment that values your input and encourages professional development.
- Enjoy being part of an organization recognized by ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards for over a decade.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Data Center Engineer, click the job application button today to apply and become part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to your success.