EMEA DC Senior Principal Design Manager

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What you’ll do

Reporting into the Head of Data Center Design & Engineering, the Data Centre Systems Design Engineer will be responsible for managing the design, development, and implementation of innovative data centre solutions.

This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong technical background in data centre design and a passion for driving innovation.

This role requires influential technical leader who can drive design innovation, managing engineering teams, lead continuous improvement to enable the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and scalable data centre solutions.

It offers a deep level of engineering support and direction relating to the design, build and operation of large Data Centres.

Principally, this relates to the electrical infrastructure, but extends into the overall operational technology found in the Data Centre environment.

The role requires expertise within electromechanical systems such a cooling, building management systems, energy management systems.

It also requires a full appreciation of various building construction technologies and challenges.

It also requires experience in the project management and supervision of build projects and the delivery of the various product technologies & services required in the Data Centre environment.

• Manage the programme and technical management of data centre solutions, ensuring they meet the highest standards of efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
• Raise the standard of Technical Programme and Project Management within the DC Segment Organisation.
• Ensure there are robust management practices in place for the design lifecycle of data centre projects, from initial concept through to handover and ongoing support.
• Ensure that the Project Management implementation is aligned with the DC Segment Requirements across the Project Lifecycle.
• Strategically identify and mitigate risks associated with data centre projects.
• Ensure Eaton operations are aligned to Data Centre Industry norms and are fit for purpose.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and sales, to ensure the successful implementation of data centre projects.
• Build relationships with both consultant and client organization(s) with a view to identifying their operational challenges and needs.
• Develop, Manage and Maintain the Consultant’s & Client’s CPD Programme with regular, consistent engagement.
• Drive innovation and push boundaries in Eaton’s data centre design offering by staying up-to-date with the latest research, industry trends and technologies.
• This an external facing role and the candidate will be representing Eaton as an Industry solutions expert.

The person needs to develop trusted and influential relationships with Clients, Consultants, Partners and Industry peers.

• Contribute & Support marketing campaigns & activities that can promote Eaton to Client relations and business.

Qualifications

• BSc / MSc in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• 15+ Years of Experience.

Skills

• Strong technical background in high tech industries (Data Centres, Pharma, Semi‑conductors, etc.).
• Advanced qualification in project management.
• Proven track record of driving innovation in engineering design.
• Excellent programme management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as edge computing and AI.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to think strategically and drive long‑term innovation.
• Proven experience in building teams and supporting processes.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team.
• Great company benefits.
• We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible.
• We make your growth matter – We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University.
• We make your contributions matter – reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people’s lives and the through power management technologies.
• We make your wellbeing matter – We put your health and safety first.

Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen.

All positions may require participation in video and in‑person interviews as part of the hiring process.

All candidates will be evaluated based on job‑related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees.

Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

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