Senior Data Center Capacity Engineer

Responsibilities:

DCIM Platform Ownership & Administration (Primary Focus):

• Serve as the primary subject matter expert and administrator for CyrusOnes DCIM platform Nlyte
• Ensure the DCIM platforms data integrity accuracy and reliability including asset mapping power metering sensor readings and connectivity information for all colocation assets
• Configure maintain and troubleshoot DCIM modules dashboards reports and integrations with other operational systems (e.g. BMS ticketing systems)
• Lead DCIM platform upgrades patches and feature enhancements in collaboration with IT and vendor support
• Develop and implement best practices for DCIM data entry and maintenance across operations teams

Capacity Planning & Optimization:

• Conduct real-time monitoring and historical analysis of space power and cooling utilization across all data center halls cages and racks using the DCIM
• Develop accurate data-driven forecasts for future capacity requirements based on sales pipelines client growth projections and technology trends
• Identify and strategize the utilization of stranded or underutilized power space and cooling to maximize billable capacity and rent recovery
• Perform what-if scenarios and simulations within the DCIM to assess the impact of new deployments and infrastructure changes
• Recommend and implement solutions for optimizing physical layouts power distribution and cooling strategies to enhance efficiency

Client Power Consumption & Rent Recovery:

• Design implement and maintain processes for precise tracking and measurement of individual client power consumption via the DCIM
• Generate accurate validated power consumption reports from the DCIM for monthly client billing and reconciliation
• Collaborate with Finance and Billing teams to ensure alignment between DCIM data and invoicing processes supporting accurate rent recovery
• Monitor client power usage against contracted allocations identifying overages or underutilization and supporting appropriate action

Reporting & Analytics:

• Develop and deliver comprehensive capacity reports dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) to leadership sales finance and operations teams
• Provide insights into capacity trends potential bottlenecks and opportunities for efficiency improvements and revenue growth
• Support client-facing teams with capacity-related data for proposals solution design and ongoing client communication

Collaboration & Strategic Support:

• Work closely with Sales Solutions Architects Data Center Operations Facilities and Finance teams to align on capacity strategies and support business objectives
• Participate in strategic planning for new data center builds expansions and infrastructure upgrades providing critical capacity insights
• Act as a technical resource for capacity-related issues providing expert guidance and problem-solving

Qualifications:

• 10 years of progressive experience in data center operations capacity planning or infrastructure management with a strong focus on DCIM platforms
• Demonstrable expert-level proficiency with at least one major DCIM software platform (e.g. Nlyte Vertiv Environet Schneider Electric EcoStruxure IT Sunbird dcTrack etc.)
• Proven experience with power metering PDU management and understanding of electrical distribution within a data center environment
• Strong understanding of data center cooling principles and technologies (CRACs CRAHs hot/cold aisle containment)
• Experience with data analytics reporting tools and database concepts
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work independently manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with IT infrastructure (servers networking storage) concepts.
• Experience in a colocation data center environment preferred
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g. Python PowerShell) for data extraction or automation preferred
• Experience with financial reporting related to IT infrastructure costs preferred
• Hybrid Role. Ability to travel up to 15%

Education / Certifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Electrical Mechanical Industrial) Computer Science Information Technology or a related field
• DCIM certification or other relevant industry certifications (e.g. CDCP CDCS) are a plus

CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.

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