Design Manager_Construction & Deployment

Firmus Technologies

Firmus Technologies is a global leader pioneering the solution to AI’s energy challenge, founded in Australia in 2019 by a visionary team of entrepreneurs. Our mission is to create the most energy-efficient AI infrastructure, combining cutting edge technology with a steadfast commitment to sustainability. 

 

Through ground-breaking research and development, we invented a verticalized AI Factory - a new class of digital infrastructure that replaces traditional data centres. Built on new approaches to liquid cooling, energy management, water use and modular construction methodology, the Firmus AI Factory delivers low-cost AI tokens across Asia-Pacific.

 

Firmus AI Cloud

We provide customers access to energy savings via our large-scale GPU cloud, Firmus AI Cloud. Rated Silver in The GPU Cloud ClusterMAX™ Rating System, our cloud empowers developers, enterprise, education and government users to train AI models with unmatched efficiency and cost savings. With an ever-growing list of services and applications, we are committed to building a cloud experience for our customers that is market-leading, proprietary and built to scale. 

 

Why you’ll love working here

• A fast-paced and dynamic environment working with next-gen technology. You’ll be operating at the intersection of sustainability and artificial intelligence – helping to transform an industry. 
• Working with and access to colleagues who are true innovators and leaders in their field. 
• As an emerging company, we work as a close-knit team. Work with the founders, grow a strong network, and witness the impact you make first-hand as we democratise AI tools for everyone – more sustainably, and more affordably. 
• We believe that people from diverse backgrounds come together to do their best work, be their authentic selves, and build great things. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 

 

Role Summary

The Design Manager for the Construction & Deployment team will lead the planning, design, and documentation of data centre and critical infrastructure projects. This role ensures that designs meet business requirements, industry standards, and project timelines while closely collaborating with construction, deployment, and operations teams. The Design Manager will act as the bridge between conceptual design, detailed engineering, and implementation on site.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Design Leadership & Management

• Lead the design process for data centre and infrastructure projects, including structure, civil, power, cooling, networking, cabling, life safety and security systems.
• Oversee the development of design documentation, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Ensure compliance with local and national building codes, industry standards, and internal design guidelines.
• Coordinate with external consultants, vendors, and contractors on design deliverables.

 

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Construction and Deployment teams to ensure designs are buildable, practical, and aligned with project timelines.
• Collaborate with Operations teams to ensure designs meet operational, maintainability, and reliability requirements.
• Keep up to date with latest and upcoming compute systems and hardware via the Technology Team.
• Provide technical input for procurement, vendor selection, and contract evaluation related to design.

 

Project Oversight & Quality Assurance

• Review and approve design submissions from internal teams and external partners.
• Conduct design risk assessments and value engineering exercises to optimize cost, performance, and efficiency.
• Ensure that design changes are properly documented, communicated, and approved.

 

 

Team Development & Reporting

• Mentor and guide junior design engineers and coordinators.
• Provide regular progress reports to Head of Construction & Deployment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in design workflows, tools, and standards.

 

 

Skills & Experience

•  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (or related discipline).
• 8+ years of relevant experience in data centre or critical infrastructure design, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Demonstrated experience in design oversight, project delivery, and multi-disciplinary coordination.
• Knowledge of AI data centre compute and networking technology is highly desirable.

 

Location 

Sydney, NSW

Or Launceston, Tasmania

 

 

Employment Basis

Full-time