Solutions Engineering Director (Pre-Sales), APAC

Solutions Engineering Director (Pre-Sales) Location: Singapore or Malaysia Salary: Circa $300k + bonusWhy this role existsWin and shape hyperscale data centre deals. Own the technical solution in pre-sales. Turn client requirements into clear, costed, buildable proposals that align to our global reference design and can be delivered at speed.What You Will DoLead the technical win plan on hyperscale pursuits.Translate OPR into a compliant, optimised solution and scope.Build HLDs, SLDs and mechanical narratives with clear design choices.Own TCO models, power and space capacity plans, and growth phasing.Drive RFP responses, clarifications, and technical Q&A.Align bids to GRD while managing local code and utility constraints.Define resilience, protection, and cooling strategies for high density and liquid cooling.Specify interconnection, cross-connects, on-ramps, and security requirements.Present to client architects, engineers, and executives.Guide risk registers, assumptions, exclusions, and value-adds.Partner with Product, Design, Construction, and Operations to ensure the sold solution can be built and run.Mentor a small team of solution engineers. Raise standards and speed.Key RequirementsHyperscale data centre pre-sales experience is a must.Deep knowledge of MV/LV power, UPS, generators, switchgear, protection, and SLDs.Strong mechanical awareness: CHW plants, CRAH/CRAC, economiser modes, containment, liquid cooling readiness.Capacity planning and performance metrics: PUE, WUE, availability, SLA design.Solid commercial acumen: TCO, ROI, pricing levers, value engineering.RFP leadership: compliance matrices, scope books, BOMs, and bid governance.Familiar with GRD, BOD, and localisation with A/E partners.Comfortable in client rooms and exec reviews. Clear, concise communicator.Able to run multiple pursuits at pace across time zones.What You GetImpact at scale on region-defining hyperscale wins.Authority to set the technical direction and challenge trade-offs.Direct exposure to C-suite on both sides.Tight collaboration with product and design to shape future standards.Conference support and industry visibility where it helps you win.Minimum QualificationsDegree in Engineering or related field.10+ years in data centres or mission-critical, including senior pre-sales or solutions leadership.Credible track record closing hyperscale or large colo deals.Professional registration preferred: PE, CEng, CPEng or equivalent.Location and travelSingapore or Malaysia. About 15 percent regional travel.Apply or reach out to me ben@mcr.agency for more information.Mission Critical Recruitment Pte Ltd. Co. Registration no.: 202503846H | EA Licence no.: 25S2791 | Benjamin Ross EA Registration no.: R23114028