VP, Data Center Engineering

VP, Data Center Engineering & HPC Programs

Location:
Spartanburg, SC or Dallas, TX (Relocation Offered)

Compensation:
Competitive base + bonus

The Position

We are seeking an exceptional and visionary
VP of Data Center Engineering & HPC Programs
to lead the design, deployment, operation, and optimization of next-generation
High Performance Computing (HPC) Centers
— mission-critical facilities engineered for complex
AI/ML workloads at hyperscale
. This position is central to realizing our vision of a world-class AI/ML infrastructure platform.

You will oversee the full engineering lifecycle for HPC Centers, spanning
mechanical, electrical, controls systems, and digital infrastructure
. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical mastery in data center and mission-critical engineering, with proven experience managing interdisciplinary teams and delivering
robust, scalable, and efficient HPC facilities
.

Because our programs are
schedule-driven and high-stakes
, this role requires a decisive, assertive leader with exceptional technical depth, strong instincts, and the ability to communicate effectively with both engineering teams and executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the
  engineering roadmap
  for HPC Center buildouts, aligning with long-term AI/ML platform growth and strategic objectives.
• Serve as the
  technical authority
  on infrastructure architecture, resiliency, scalability, and operational excellence.
• Ensure all HPC Center designs meet or exceed industry standards while remaining adaptable to emerging technologies.
• Implement
  baseline control and disciplined change management
  across all engineering programs.
• Develop and monitor
  engineering KPIs
  to drive high-probability outcomes and accelerate learning across successive build iterations (e.g., PUE, performance, reliability).
• Oversee all phases of facility development:
  site assessment, conceptual design, detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning
  .
• Ensure full compliance with
  safety, environmental, and regulatory
  requirements.
• Build and lead a
  multidisciplinary engineering organization
  , including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and reliability disciplines.
• Optimize systems for
  high-density compute
  , liquid and air cooling, and overall energy efficiency.
• Stay informed on
  technological breakthroughs
  and apply innovative solutions to enhance reliability, performance, and sustainability.
• Interface with external partners — including
  construction managers, OEM vendors, general contractors, and design firms
  — to align technical delivery with program goals.
• Oversee implementation of
  monitoring, alerting, and fault management systems
  across HPC infrastructure.
• Maintain detailed
  engineering documentation
  and enforce rigorous
  QA/QC standards
  throughout project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in
  Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering
  discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in
  mission-critical engineering
  (e.g., Data Centers, Weapons Systems, Aerospace, or Offshore Oil & Gas), including 5+ years in a senior leadership capacity.
• Deep understanding of
  interconnected power, mechanical, and controls systems
  in dynamic compute environments.
• Proven success in
  designing, delivering, and operating
  large-scale HPC or equivalent complex technical facilities.
• Exceptional
  leadership, communication, and decision-making
  abilities in fast-moving, interdisciplinary environments.
• Bonus:
  Experience translating AI/ML workload requirements into infrastructure design specifications for compute, power, and cooling.
• Bonus:
  Demonstrated success leading full lifecycle delivery of large-scale engineering programs from concept through operations.