Critical Facilities Engineer

Responsibilities

• Responsible for MEP Infrastructure site safety and environmental compliance, ensuring alignment with local and regional health and safety requirements.
• Provide operational expertise for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems including pumps, piping, chillers, cooling towers, CRAH units, wiring, lighting systems, generators, motors, water supply, UPS, and switchgear.
• Routinely inspect all areas to ensure performance measures are maintained and proactively self-report facility problems.
• Write and execute MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs.
• Perform daily inspections of critical systems.
• Identify and maintain spare parts inventory to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate and supervise scheduled system shutdowns.
• Develop and implement energy monitoring metrics.
• Support commissioning efforts by witnessing equipment startup, assisting with functional testing, and monitoring construction progress.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or 2+ years of hands-on operations/facilities work experience in lieu of degree (data center experience preferred).
• Knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering principles and systems (both a huge plus).
• Experience and knowledge of all critical systems documentation including Plans, Procedures, and Operations Manuals.
• Experience and knowledge of Building and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems and Operations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems and/or Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication and technical writing skills in English.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to utilize hand tools and power tools as needed.
• Work often performed in tight quarters; physical dexterity necessary.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted.
• Comfortable working at elevated heights (up to 100 feet) with appropriate safety gear.
• Comfortable working in extreme outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, etc.).
• Comfortable working in environments with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
• Available to work flexible shifts for 24x7 coverage, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Subject to pre-employment drug and random drug/alcohol testing.
• Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks.
• Willing to travel as needed (up to 10%).
• Valid driver’s license.