Structural Solution Architect role focuses on the structural integrity, transportability, and
scalability of modular prefabricated solutions for co-location and hyperscale data centers.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural design and optimization of
containerized power and cooling systems ensuring they meet operational, environmental,
safety and security, and compliance requirements. Joining the regional solution architect team the candidate will collaborate with cross- functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers, to deliver high-performance, rapidly deployable data center solutions.
As part of this role, it is required to provide technical support to internal and external
stakeholders including engineering, manufacturing, operation, and service teams as well
as clients.
This individual will be expected to have and maintain a high level of technical mechanical
and structural knowledge as well as understanding of relevant products and their
application within the data center industry. For this position it is required to be fully versed in local and international standards as well as industry best practices.
Responsibilities:
Structural Design & Modular Architecture:
- Design and develop containerized / modular power train systems that integrate power, cooling, and IT infrastructure in prefabricated enclosures.
- Ensure structural designs support transportability, stacking, and deployment in diverse environments, including remote and high-risk locations.
- Optimize frame structures, load-bearing capacities, and seismic resistance for shipping and on-site installation.
- Define mounting and reinforcement solutions for heavy electrical equipment, including generators, transformers, switchgear, UPS, and cooling units.
Risk Management & Durability Enhancements:
- Conduct seismic risk assessments, wind load analysis, and thermal expansion studies for containerized solutions.
- Design for shock absorption, vibration damping, and weatherproofing to ensure operational reliability in extreme conditions.
- Implement fire resistance, blast-proofing, and EMI shielding according to local requirements and regulations.
Compliance & Standards:
- Ensure adherence to applicable local and international codes and standards and building codes relevant to hyperscale-specific structural design.
- Work with regulatory bodies and obtain necessary permits, certificates, and approvals.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and IT teams to integrate infrastructure seamlessly.
- Work with vendors and construction teams to select structural materials and components and ensure coordination and integration on site.
- Colaborate with manufacturers, suppliers, and logistics teams to ensure cost effective fabrication, assembly, and transport.
- Present and justify structural design decisions to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Support sales and business development teams by providing technical expertise in RFPs, proposals, and solution customization.
Deployment & Lifecycle Management:
- Oversee the manufacturing and assembly process of containerized power train and other modular units, ensuring structural quality control.
- Develop installation guidelines and best practices for on-site deployment, stacking, and expansion.
- Support retrofit and upgrade strategies for existing modular power units to enhance longevity and performance.
Documentation:
- Provide the solution documents including drawings, specifications, manuals, brochures, rigging and handling, etc.
- Review and contribute to other functions / teams documents as required.
- Prepare technical presentation on provided solutions with adequate information and present to the client representative(s).
Technical Support:
- Review the tender specifications and provide the best solutions fits the requirements.
- Provide compliance statements on provided solutions and prepare deviations list.
- Review overall technical package for tender submission.
- Provide technical advisory support to site and service teams during the installation, commissioning, and operation stages as required.
- Provide responses to clients technical queries on products and solutions provided according to the local and international regulations and industry best practices.
- Provide support for required certifications for each solution according to local authorities requirements.
Market intelligence and Product development:
- Provide market information and technical support on developing company products portfolio including guidelines for R&D team on new product features, future client requirements, local market research, etc.
- Review competitions products and solutions and provide technical comparison on advantages and disadvantages of company solutions.
Authorities:
Review, validation and approval of:
- client tender specifications and compliance statement
- project design documents
- 3rd party contractors scope and technical specifications
- material selection for projects
- market innovations and competitors analysis
Qualifications & Requirements:
Required:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering
- Minimum 8 years of experience in structural design, construction, and risk analysis for mission critical projects.
- Solid understanding of international standards, regional building codes, fire codes, and other industry relevant codes and best practices (e.g. IBC, BCA, NCC, ASCE, ISO, NEC, SCDF, BOMBA, etc.)
- Fluent in English speaking and writing
- Expertise in steel structures, chassis design, and stress analysis.
- Proficiency with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), structural simulation, and 3D modeling tools (e.g. SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, SolidWorks).
- Strong knowledge of ISO container standards, wind/seismic load calculations, and foundation anchoring.
- Familiarity with fire-resistant materials, thermal insulation, and corrosion protection.
- Experience with BIM (Building Information Modeling) and CAD software.
- Proficiency in MS Office and excellent technical report writing skills
Desired
- Local / regional certification license
- Understanding of logistic and transportation standards, codes, and terms for regional deployment.
- Familiar with individual countries local codes and approval / certification process.
- Familiar with data center tier classifications.
Others:
Personal skills (traits, attributes):
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Team player with a consultative style
- Ability to conduct presentations for different audiences
- Excellent relationship management and project leadership skills
- Good time management and organizational skills
- This role requires international travel in South-East Asia (SEA) region.
