Data Center Facility Electrical Design Engineer

Job description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. THE ROLE: Join a team at the forefront of data center and AI infrastructure design, where you will play a critical role in shaping highly available, mission-critical environments that power today's most demanding technologies. As a Data Center Facility Design Engineer , you will collaborate with electrical, mechanical, network, operations, and construction teams to design, deploy, and optimize world-class data center facilities and AI cluster environments. This role offers the opportunity to influence the full lifecycle of data center infrastructure—from initial design and construction through commissioning, deployment, operations, and continuous improvement. You will work with cutting-edge power and networking technologies, help define facility standards and deployment methodologies, and drive operational excellence across complex infrastructure environments. If you thrive in fast-paced, highly technical settings and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges while partnering with cross-functional teams, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on large-scale data center operations. THE PERSON: The successful candidate is a collaborative and forward-thinking engineering professional who is passionate about designing and improving critical infrastructure environments. They are naturally curious, highly analytical, and comfortable navigating complex technical challenges while balancing operational and business priorities. This individual communicates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, from engineers and contractors to operations teams and leadership. They take ownership of projects, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and are committed to delivering reliable, scalable solutions that support long-term operational success. Key characteristics include: Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities Excellent communication and technical documentation skills Ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines and teams A proactive, results-oriented mindset Commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence Comfort working in dynamic, mission-critical environments Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Core Responsibilities Power & Electrical Infrastructure Design, implement, and optimize data center power distribution systems, including UPS systems, PDUs, switchgear, generators, and grounding infrastructure. Develop and validate redundancy models to support high-availability environments. Partner with design consultants and contractors to review electrical designs, load studies, and commissioning plans. Network Infrastructure Support integration of physical network infrastructure, including switches, structured cabling systems, patch panels, and fiber/copper connectivity. Collaborate with network engineering teams on facility layout standards and cable management strategies. Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related networking issues. Construction & Commissioning Support data center construction projects from design review through commissioning and operational turnover. Coordinate activities among electrical, mechanical, and low-voltage contractors. Ensure compliance with applicable safety, regulatory, and industry standards. Deployment Operations & Logistics Develop standards and guidelines for rack installation, power provisioning, structured cabling, and equipment lifecycle management. Support deployment activities, facility walkthroughs, and operational incident response efforts. Maintain engineering documentation, including MOPs, SOPs, EOPs, facility drawings, and deployment standards. Partner with operations teams to conduct root cause analyses and implement reliability improvements. Prepare functional specifications, design verification plans, and test procedures. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Experience designing and supporting data center power distribution systems and electrical redundancy architectures. Knowledge of high-availability facility designs, including N, N+1, and 2N configurations. Experience with network switches, structured cabling systems, fiber and copper infrastructure, and cable management best practices. Background supporting data center construction projects, commissioning activities, and contractor/vendor coordination. Familiarity with facility operations, maintenance programs, and infrastructure lifecycle management. Experience collaborating across electrical, mechanical, networking, and IT operations disciplines. Understanding of Tier II–IV data center design concepts and operational best practices. Knowledge of ASHRAE recommendations, Uptime Institute methodologies, and applicable electrical and mechanical standards. Experience supporting large-scale data center, cloud, HPC, or AI infrastructure deployments. Ability to develop technical specifications, engineering standards, testing procedures, and operational documentation. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline preferred. Professional engineering licensure desired. Data center certifications such as CDCP, CDCS, or similar credentials preferred. Project management certifications such as PMP desired. BICSI or related structured cabling certifications preferred. Additional data center operations, facilities, or critical infrastructure certifications This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer #LI-KW1 Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance . AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here. This posting is for an existing vacancy.