We are seeking a technical individual to join our team and contribute to our company’s continued success. PowerHouse Data Centre Group is a nimble and dynamic company that prides itself on implementing engineered data centre solutions that enable IT service delivery for our client’s business. A strong ability to communicate and a background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or similar will be an asset.

 

PowerHouse Data Centre Group is a specialized data centre design, and build organization, with an experienced and impassioned staff, each with years of experience providing detailed assessments, design, infrastructure, assembly, and education to our clients.  Our approach to data centres is to think in terms of "designing an ecosystem".  A successful design encompasses everything an ecosystem requires to be healthy and balanced. Critical in this endeavor is balancing each of the variables, by understanding their impacts, and influencing successful outcomes.

 

If you have the experience and feel you meet our criteria, please submit your resume, including a cover letter, via the link on our "Join Us" page, or email to: careers@powerhousegroup.com. We thank you for your interest in joining PowerHouse Data Centre Group, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

 

Position Overview:

 

The Configuration Specialist (CS) is responsible for pre and post-sales technical support for the PowerHouse external Sales Team. The role consists of creation of detailed technical solutions for new product implementations or replacement of aging equipment within the market. A key requirement of this role is having detailed technical understanding of the complete product and solutions offered by PowerHouse, and our data centre partner, Vertiv (formerly Liebert). The CS will also have ongoing involvement in data centre project delivery in the PowerHouse organization, such as opportunities to contribute to the design and engineering of new AI data centers, and the upgrading of existing data centers to continually improve reliability and efficiency.

The position is located in Calgary, in our head office, and will encompass supporting external sales staff across Western Canada and the Territories. At times, travel may be required for training. The CS will work closely with PowerHouse Group Sales and Operations teams and report to the PowerHouse Technical Services Manager. This role requires close communication with the Director of Vertiv Sales and their distributed  team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics.
• Prepare BOM/CPQ configurations for sales team, preparing associated site drawings (Visio/CAD/Revit), 3rd party product information and integrations
• Review and provide technical response package for RFx
• Creation of Technical Proposals, Statements of Work, and quotes –using various MS tools and custom software
• Executes high level system designs that may include detailed site surveys, infrastructure configurations, power, cooling, containment, space calculations, cabling, DCIM, and IT load calculations.
• Act as a support mechanism to the project delivery organization as when and where needed. (drawings, reviews, etc.)
• Work cohesively across multiple groups (internally) to ensure that expectations and performance goals are met in a timely and professional manner.
• Develop and maintain awareness of the latest industry trends, drivers and keep a strong focus on multiple product lines.

 

Competencies:

 

•  Highly motivated with excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, ability to think independently, creatively, and critically
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills (white paper, manuals, instructions, etc.) 
• Design documentation skills (schematics, flow charts, topologies, configurations, etc.)
• Professional communication skills (Listening, Written, Verbal)
• Ability to convey complex technologies and specifications simply
• Ability to convey complex technologies and specifications simply
• Proficient and effective use of computer tools/programs
  

 

Education and Experience:

 

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree preferred, Certificate, or minimum of 5 years field-based technology solutions experience

• Deep understanding of relevant technologies such as AI, Data Centre, Unified Communications, IOT, Cloud, SCADA, Security etc.

• Preference given to candidates with mission critical experience and understanding.