Data Center Project Engineer
About this role
About TensorWave
Our mission is simple: deliver seamless, secure, reliable, and resilient AI compute at scale. We've built a versatile cloud platform that eliminates infrastructure barriers, empowering builders to focus on innovation instead of fighting their stack. Because breakthrough AI should move at the speed of ideas, not infrastructure.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Data Center Project Engineer to provide technical and administrative support to the on-site Senior Project Manager and construction team. In this role, you will be the documentation and quality backbone of the build keeping RFIs moving, submittals on track, field quality verified against design intent, and closeout organized for a clean handover to Operations. TensorWave’s facilities house GPU racks running 40–100kW+ each, built to the highest standards of reliability and precision. The work you do on-site directly enables the AI infrastructure our customers depend on.
What You’ll Do
- Provide technical and administrative support to the on-site Sr. Project Manager and construction team.
- Manage the RFI (Request for Information) log and process, tracking timely responses and distributing updated information to all relevant parties.
- Coordinate the submittal and shop drawing review process between the construction team, engineers, and architects, ensuring design specifications are met.
- Conduct detailed quality control (QC) inspections and document progress against the plans and specifications.
- Assist with project closeout activities, including organizing final documentation, O&M manuals, and turnover packages for the Operations team.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- 5+ years of experience in a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or similar role on large commercial, industrial, or infrastructure construction projects.
- Demonstrated proficiency in reading and interpreting complex construction documents, including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings and specifications.
- Familiarity with RFI and submittal management processes and standard industry workflows.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable producing professional documentation under time pressure.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams without letting details fall through the cracks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience on data center, mission-critical facility, or industrial construction projects (e.g., manufacturing, semiconductor, pharmaceutical).
- Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam Revu, or similar construction management and document control platforms.
- Familiarity with data center industry standards: Uptime Institute Tier Classification, TIA-942, ASHRAE thermal guidelines.
- Knowledge of critical facility systems: UPS, PDU, generator plants, switchgear, CRAC/CRAH cooling, BMS/DCIM, structured cabling.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
- Experience working in a GC (General Contractor) or owner’s representative capacity.
- Commissioning (Cx) experience or familiarity with Cx processes for mechanical and electrical systems.
What We Offer
- Stock Options
- 100% paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for Employees
- Company Health Savings Account Contributions
- 100% paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance for Employees
- Life and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options
- Other Insurance Options, such as Pet & Legal Insurance
- Various Supplementary Health Benefits, such as discounted Virtual Healthcare Appointments and Serious Illness Support
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Other In-Office Perks
Equal Employment Opportunity
TensorWave is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodations
TensorWave provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Employment Eligibility
All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in United States, as required by law.
Background Checks
Where permitted by law, employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of a job-related background check.
Data Privacy Notice
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