DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE – DATA CENTER

Who We Are?

Cleantech Industry Resources accelerates solar, wind, green hydrogen, battery storage, and EV infrastructure projects across the United States, India, and EMEA markets. The company provides turnkey “Development as a Service,” powered by 100% internal systems engineering and a world-class team that comes out of some of the most reputed organizations in the renewables industry. This team operates within a sophisticated software and AI setting to support projects from land origination, through to commercial operation.

Location of Position

- Noida/ Chennai

What We Offer
- Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals

- Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture

- Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader

- Medical Insurance for the employee and family

- Spot Recognition bonus for exceptional performance

- Long Term Incentive policy

- Regular team outings, events, and activities to foster a positive work environment

Our Commitment to Diversity

At CIR, we are dedicated to nurturing a diverse and equitable workforce that truly reflects our community. We deeply value each person’s unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CIR embraces all individuals, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or nationality.

We are steadfast in our commitment to fostering a just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions. Your individuality enriches our collective strength, and we strive to ensure everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Development Associate – Data Center to support the development of hyperscale, colocation, AI, and other mission-critical Data Center projects, from site feasibility and technical due diligence through concept development, infrastructure planning, and pre-construction development. The role will support site screening, technical due diligence, feasibility assessments, concept development, infrastructure planning, utility coordination, consultant reviews, and technical reporting.

This multidisciplinary engineering role sits within CIR’s Development function and combines engineering fundamentals with Data Center development, technical assessment, concept design, and multidisciplinary coordination. The candidate will work closely with CIR’s Development, Engineering, GIS, Environmental, Commercial, and Project Management teams, as well as clients, utilities, and external engineering consultants.

Candidates may come from Data Center, MEP, infrastructure, power, renewable energy, BESS, industrial, or related engineering backgrounds. Direct Data Center experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Core Responsibilities

- Data Center Development & Concept Design

o Support Data Center projects from site feasibility through concept and pre-construction development.

o Translate project requirements into preliminary technical, infrastructure, and master-planning concepts.

o Support Data Center capacity planning, including IT load, facility load, PUE, utility/infrastructure capacity, backup capacity, energy storage, and renewable integration.

o Develop and review preliminary system architectures, block diagrams, layouts, and infrastructure concepts.

o Support evaluation of N, N+1, 2N, and distributed redundancy concepts.

o Support planning for hyperscale, colocation, and AI Data Center developments.

- Data Center Infrastructure

o Support planning and coordination across the key Data Center infrastructure ecosystem, including Utilities & Power, Substations, Backup Generation, UPS & BESS, Cooling & Mechanical Systems, Water & Fuel, Fiber & Telecommunications, Fire & Security, Civil & Site Infrastructure, and Building & Facility Systems.

o Develop an understanding of how these systems interact to create a resilient, scalable, and operationally reliable Data Center.

- Site Due Diligence & Feasibility

o Support site screening and technical due diligence for potential Data Center sites.

o Assess availability and suitability of key infrastructure, including power, water, natural gas/fuel, fiber, transportation, utilities,



and site infrastructure.

o Support preliminary infrastructure capacity assessments and identify key technical constraints, development risks, and infrastructure gaps.

o Coordinate with GIS and technical teams to incorporate site information into development assessments.

o Support preparation of site feasibility and development assessments.

- Design Development & Engineering Coordination

o Support engineering activities across LoD 100–300, with exposure to LoD 400 where applicable.

o Contribute to concept design, design criteria, system architecture, and technical concepts.

o Support capacity and infrastructure sizing, preliminary layouts, block diagrams, and system schematics.

o Prepare equipment schedules, technical specifications, design reviews, and technical documentation.

o Coordinate with specialist disciplines and external consultants to ensure individual systems are effectively integrated into the overall Data Center development.

- Technical Analysis & Option Assessment

o Depending on background, support capacity and load assessments, infrastructure and equipment sizing, energy and PUE analysis, and reliability and redundancy assessments.

o Support system performance and energy-efficiency assessments, as well as preliminary CAPEX and technical option assessments.

- Design, Consultant & Utility Coordination

o Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, consultants, utilities, and infrastructure providers.

o Review drawings, models, calculations, equipment schedules, and technical reports for technical completeness and consistency.

o Participate in design reviews and prepare technical comments / review matrices.

o Identify design conflicts and support resolution of technical issues.

o Coordinate requirements across civil, structural, MEP, utility, technology, and site infrastructure disciplines.

- Energy, Utility & Infrastructure Strategy

o Support assessment of alternative Data Center infrastructure and energy strategies, including grid supply and utility infrastructure, on-site generation, BESS, renewable energy / Solar PV, and microgrids.

o Evaluate water and fuel infrastructure, fiber connectivity, energy efficiency and resilience, and carbon reduction strategies.

- Technical Due Diligence & Reporting

o Support preparation of Data Center Technical Due Diligence Reports, Site Feasibility Studies, Concept Development Reports, Infrastructure Assessment Reports, Technical Memoranda, Development Risk Assessments, and technical presentations.

o Convert technical information into clear development insights, constraints, risks, and recommendations.

Education Requirements

- BE / BTech in Engineering or a related technical discipline (required).

- Relevant disciplines include Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Instrumentation, Energy, Building Services, or related fields.

Technical Skills and Experience

Software Proficiency

- AutoCAD, Revit / BIM, Navisworks (preferred)

- Engineering analysis / simulation software (preferred)

- Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint (preferred)

- HOMER Pro, PVsyst, or other energy modelling platforms (advantage)

- ArcGIS / GIS platforms, data analysis tools, and digital engineering / automation tools (advantage)

Engineering & Technical
- Strong engineering fundamentals and a good understanding of infrastructure and building systems.

- Ability to interpret technical drawings, layouts, system diagrams, and engineering documentation.

- Ability to perform or interpret engineering calculations.

- Ability to understand multidisciplinary infrastructure and system interfaces, and to work with technical datasets and development information.

Data Center / Mission-Critical Knowledge (Preferred)
- Data Center, critical infrastructure, and mission-critical facilities

- N, N+1, 2N,



and distributed redundancy; concurrent maintainability and fault-tolerant design

- Tier III / Tier IV concepts

- Hyperscale and colocation Data Centers, AI / GPU Data Centers, and high-density computing infrastructure

Experience
- 2–5 years of relevant engineering, design, infrastructure, or technical consulting experience.

- Candidates may come from Data Center, MEP / Building Services, infrastructure, power / utility, renewable energy, BESS, substations, industrial, manufacturing / semiconductor facilities, hospitals / large commercial developments, or engineering consulting backgrounds.

- Direct Data Center experience is preferred but not mandatory. Candidates with strong engineering fundamentals and an interest in Data Center development are encouraged to apply.

Good to Have
- Hyperscale / colocation Data Center experience, or AI / GPU Data Center exposure

- High-density computing or liquid cooling exposure

- Utility or infrastructure coordination, and multidisciplinary consultant coordination

- Technical due diligence / feasibility and infrastructure development experience

- GIS-based site development

- Renewable energy and energy storage integration

- International project experience

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a technically strong, analytical, and development-oriented professional who:

- Is comfortable working across multiple engineering disciplines.

- Understands the relationship between site, infrastructure, capacity, and design.

- Can work with incomplete information during early-stage development.

- Is comfortable with drawings, calculations, models, and technical reports.

- Is willing to learn rapidly, take ownership, and grow into a Data Center Development & Design Specialist.

Psychosocial Skills /Human Skills/Behavioural Skills
- Strong communication skills are non-negotiable – able to communicate technical concepts clearly and present technical findings.

- Effective participation in client and consultant discussions, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

- Ability to develop high-quality technical reports and presentations.

- Ability to critically review consultant deliverables and identify and communicate technical risks.

- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned workstreams.

- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.

- Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

- Excellence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands of this job require an individual to be able to work at a computer for most of the day, be able to participate in conference calls and travel to team retreats on a time-to-time basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Conditions The work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Cleantech Industry Resources, we embrace diversity and uphold a strong dedication to establishing an all-encompassing atmosphere for both our staff and associates. Our choices in employment are free from any bias related to race, creed, nationality, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical limitations, veteran status, or any other legally safeguarded attributes.

Being an integral part of Cleantech Industry Resources means you can expect to be immersed in a realm of professional possibilities within a culture that nurtures teamwork, adaptability, and the embracing of all.

Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹1,230,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Data Centre Engineer - Development (Noida)
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