Data Center Design Engineer

Company: FirstLight
Location: Latham
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Data Center Design Engineer to oversee new common system and infrastructure of installation / capacity augment projects. The candidate would be responsible for monthly common system capacity reporting for assigned facilities and day to day maintenance and PMs of assigned FirstLight facilities. This role has combined responsibility for data center process and compliance activities. The expectation is that the Data Center/Facilities engineer would oversee common systems, operations and maintenance of FirstLight facilities. They will coordinate projects with the Facilities Director, department managers and project managers. The duties listed require strict adherence to budgets and formal bid process. Job requirements include (but are not limited to): The main job function along with the facilities engineer responsibilities is to take a data center expansion project - designing, costing and construction of the new space. Take a raw space and make it a colocation data center room. Design Floor Ceiling Power Cooling Generator backup Switchgear Fire protection Bid process Construction Final turnup Responsible for maintenance and installation activities on major network infrastructure components Coordination and oversight of purchasing, installation, repair, and routine maintenance for each assigned facilities asset Coordination of internal resources, contractors/vendors for existing facilities and new construction, cabinet installations and service cross connections Monthly common system capacity reporting for assigned facilities SP Marketplace documentation of All Facilities / assets assigned Works with Network Design Engineering to facilitate clean SOW packages, Understands power and grounding, HVAC / UPS architecture fundamentals Network Facilities Technician must understand access procedures for all relevant sites under their area of operation Preventative maintenance / reporting for infrastructure components i.e., HVAC, Emergency Generators, transfer switching, remote gen set operation, maintenance, and interface connections Network Facilities Engineer has oversight of contract labor for end-to-end installation, test, turn-up, and maintenance of all infrastructure and common systems related projects Be available as Essential Personnel in emergency scenarios When necessary, assist Field Operations installation tasks Completes special projects and other duties as assigned Participate in On-Call Rotation Job Qualifications: Proficiency with SP Marketplace essential Basic understanding of test equipment i.e., Power/grounding / HVAC / UPS, all related / required testing equipment to conduct and troubleshoot the FirstLight infrastructure Ability to read and understand CLR’s, Floor plan diagrams and one line power diagrams Knowledge of inventory control protocols Experience in troubleshooting process [i.e. point to point analysis] Knowledge of AC/DC power architecture and operational fundamentals Familiarity with industry standard installation practices [lacing and sewing, planning for network installations, ordering and gathering equipment, verifying and testing circuits, equipments and alarms] While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to walk, sit, use hands and fingers, handle objects or controls, talk and hear, stand, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, pull cables, and use various hand tools. Position requires frequent entry into structures with stairs, ladders, and other vertical obstacles. Travel to critical infrastructure locations may be required. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Employee will be required to work and drive, in all-weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may occasionally have noise from power equipment and tools. About FirstLight: FirstLight, headquartered in Albany, New York, provides fiber-optic data, Internet, data center, cloud and voice services to enterprise and carrier customers throughout the Northeast connecting more than 13,000 locations in service with more than 125,000 locations serviceable by our more than 25,000-route mile network. FirstLight offers a robust suite of advanced telecommunications products featuring a comprehensive portfolio of high bandwidth connectivity solutions including Ethernet, wavelength, and dark fiber services as well as dedicated Internet access solutions, data center, cloud and voice services. FirstLight’s clientele includes national cellular providers and wireline carriers and many leading enterprises, spanning high tech manufacturing and research, hospitals and healthcare, banking and financial, secondary education, colleges and universities, and local and state governments. FirstLight Fiber is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with state and federal laws, FirstLight’s equal opportunity policy is that all applicants and employees are treated equally by the company with respect to employment opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or veteran disability.

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