Data Center Designer (RCDD Preferred/Required)
Location: San Francisco, CA 94117
Type: Project-Based
Rate: $83–$88 per hour
Project Timeline:
- Planning & Design Phase: Now through May (goal is to finalize design by May)
- Deployment Phase: Summer implementation, continuing through September (tentative)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Data Center Designer with RCDD certification to support the design and planning of a data center relocation project. The selected candidate will be responsible for creating a new data center layout and supporting the planning of cable and fiber relocation for approximately 14 racks as part of the move.
The role will focus heavily on infrastructure design, layout planning, and structured cabling architecture, ensuring the new environment supports scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Scope of Work: Data Center Layout Design
- Design a new data center room layout for the relocation project
- Develop multiple design options including:
- Low-tier design
- Mid-tier design
- High-tier design
- Ensure layouts support optimal airflow, rack placement, cable pathways, and future scalability
- Provide recommendations on best practices for data center infrastructure planning
Cabling & Fiber Planning
- Plan structured cabling and fiber relocation for approximately 14 racks
- Design cable pathways and routing strategies
- Identify required cabling infrastructure for the new layout
- Ensure designs align with industry standards and structured cabling best practices
Documentation & Planning
- Produce detailed documentation including:
- Rack layout diagrams
- Cable pathway designs
- Fiber routing plans
- Equipment placement diagrams
- Provide recommendations to improve efficiency, redundancy, and organization
- Collaborate with project managers and infrastructure teams to finalize the design
Implementation Support
- Provide guidance during the deployment phase
- Assist with validating that installation aligns with the approved design
- Address design questions or modifications as the project progresses
Required Qualifications
- RCDD Certification – Required
- Proven experience designing data center infrastructure and layouts
- Strong understanding of:
- Structured cabling systems
- Fiber infrastructure
- Rack design and placement
- Data center best practices
- Experience supporting data center moves, expansions, or redesigns
- Ability to produce clear technical documentation and diagrams
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
Preferred Experience
- Experience designing Enterprise data center environments
- Familiarity with data center tier models and redundancy planning
- Experience working with relocation or migration projects
Additional Information
- Initial focus will be design and planning, with the goal of completing the design phase by May.
- The deployment phase will occur during the summer.
- Consultant may be asked to provide periodic guidance throughout the installation phase.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $83.00 - $88.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
