Director of AI Data Center Design
TLDR
Lead the design execution for scalable AI data center solutions while optimizing infrastructure for efficiency and performance across multiple regions.
Design Leadership & Execution
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Lead the development and delivery of coordinated, construction-ready design packages across assigned programs, regions, or system scopes.
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Translate Basis of Design (BoD) requirements into detailed engineering designs that are scalable, repeatable, and aligned with CleanSpark standards.
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Ensure design outputs meet quality, schedule, and performance expectations.
Multi-Disciplinary Systems Integration
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Oversee integration across electrical, cooling, controls, and network systems to ensure cohesive and optimized infrastructure design.
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Ensure designs are fully coordinated across disciplines, addressing constructability, efficiency, and operational performance.
Standardization & Modular Design (DfMA)
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Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) principles to support modular, repeatable infrastructure deployment.
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Drive consistency and adherence to standardized design frameworks, minimizing unnecessary customization.
BIM & Design Coordination
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Oversee BIM models and digital design environments, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and clash-free design deliverables.
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Ensure designs are fully validated for constructability and field execution.
Program & Delivery Alignment
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Partner with Product, Construction, and Operations teams to ensure alignment between design intent and project execution.
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Support site planning, phasing, and infrastructure layout decisions within assigned scope.
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Ensure design readiness for factory and site commissioning activities.
Team Leadership & Development
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Lead and develop a team of engineers and designers, ensuring accountability, performance, and delivery consistency.
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Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to support team growth and capability development.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to resolve design challenges and ensure alignment across functions.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design processes, efficiency, and scalability.
Additional Responsibilities
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Participate in strategic initiatives related to infrastructure standardization and scaling.
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Support special projects and additional duties as assigned.
This role requires strong leadership, accountability, and the ability to operate with precision in a collaborative, fast-paced, and evolving environment.
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This role requires up to 50% travel.
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Candidates must be based within one hour of a major U.S. airport to support travel requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field.
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8–10+ years of progressive experience in engineering design, with a focus on data centers, mission-critical infrastructure, or industrial environments.
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Proven experience delivering coordinated, multi-disciplinary design packages for large-scale infrastructure projects.
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Strong understanding of MEP systems and integrated facility design.
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Experience with BIM tools and digital design coordination environments.
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Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously.
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Strong problem-solving skills with a systems-oriented mindset.
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Experience in data center or high-performance computing (HPC/AI) environments.
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Familiarity with modular infrastructure design and DfMA principles.
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Experience supporting design standardization or platform-based infrastructure programs.
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Exposure to commissioning processes and design-for-operations practices.
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Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification.
CleanSpark is a leading data center developer that specializes in optimizing energy resources, particularly for bitcoin mining. With control over a portfolio of over 1.8 GW of power, land, and data centers across the U.S., we provide efficient and sustainable solutions to meet the demands of a growing digital economy.
- Founded
- Founded 2012
- Employees
- 11-50 employees
- Industry
- Electrical Equipment
- Total raised
- $220M raised