Data Center Design Consultant

EMR CPR LLC • Part-time • Mountain View, CA, US • $70 - $75 / hour • 2d ago

Data Center Design Consultant (Onsite – Mountain View, CA)

Location: Mountain View, CA (Must be local and available onsite)
Start Date: Within 1 week
Duration: Initial ~20 hours (with potential for extension)

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Data Center Design Consultant to support the design and planning of a 14-rack, high-performance data center environment. This role will focus on developing a comprehensive design package covering cooling, power, structured cabling, and monitoring systems, while coordinating closely with the client and their architect.

This is a hands-on consulting role requiring deep expertise in modern data center design, including hot/cold aisle containment, in-row cooling, and high-density infrastructure planning, with an emphasis on future scalability (including liquid cooling readiness).

Key Responsibilities

1. Design Consulting & Site Assessment

Conduct a technical site assessment of the existing space
Review provided floor plans/layouts and validate feasibility
Document environmental constraints, risks, and opportunities
Develop a Data Center Infrastructure Requirements document
Coordinate with the client’s architect to integrate DC-specific requirements

2. Data Center Layout & Space Planning

Create 2D/3D CAD rack layouts for (14) OCP ORv3 44U racks
Design hot/cold aisle containment strategy (HAC)
Plan rack placement, airflow, and white space optimization
Ensure scalability and future readiness for liquid cooling
Maintain high-end “showcase” aesthetic design standards

3. Cooling & Mechanical Engineering

Design in-row cooling architecture (N+1 configuration)
Develop CFD modeling simulations to validate airflow and eliminate hotspots
Create piping/plumbing schematics (chilled water or DX systems)
Ensure thermal efficiency for high-density compute environments

4. Electrical & Power Engineering

Specify and design:
Intelligent rack PDUs (L6-20, 20A/250V)
In-rack UPS systems (6kVA units)
Develop electrical one-line diagrams from utility to rack level
Plan power distribution and redundancy strategy

5. Structured Cabling & Connectivity Design

Develop full structured cabling design (fiber + copper)
Create:
Rack elevations and connectivity matrices
Overhead cable tray and pathway design
Fiber architecture using Corning EDGE systems
Cat6a copper distribution and patching strategy
Design labeling standards and cable management systems
Produce detailed cable schedules and installation blueprints

6. Monitoring & DCIM Design

Design sensor deployment (temperature, humidity, leak detection)
Architect DCIM/monitoring dashboard framework
Enable full visibility of power, cooling, and connectivity systems
Support “showcase” visualization requirements for client tours

7. Documentation & Deliverables

Produce full design package including:
Bill of Materials (BOM)
Construction-ready drawings
Submittal documentation
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
As-built drawings (post-implementation)
Identify long-lead equipment and procurement recommendations

8. Coordination & Project Support

Collaborate with:
Client stakeholders
Architect
Contractors and vendors
Provide optional project management support during build phase
Assist with installation validation and commissioning guidance (if required)

Required Qualifications