Critical Facility Engineer (Shift Lead)

About the role

Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sr. Critical Facility Engineer (Shift Lead) to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.

Responsibilities

• Lead Critical Facility Engineers in daily operations and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Maintain focus on assigned tasks while ensuring a strong commitment to safety.
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot critical facility systems.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities across multiple technical disciplines.
• Inspect and maintain HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Respond to facility emergencies, environmental issues, and air quality concerns.
• Create, track, and close work requests and work orders; verify completion of assigned work.
• Monitor contractor performance and recommend improvements as needed.
• Provide electrical, mechanical, controls, and water chemistry expertise for data center operations.
• Cook up with management, contractors, and consultants on construction, commissioning, and system integration projects.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs and system commissioning activities.
• Drive operational efficiency through performance analysis, technology improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Manage electrical capacity and loading for data center white space and back-of-house systems.
• Support maintenance activities during non-standard hours as required.
• Oversee contractors performing critical maintenance on UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, and related systems.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergency situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent with two years of technical school with an emphasis on mission-critical operations, industrial manufacturing, or relevant military operations experience in electrical and mechanical systems.
• 3 - 5 years of experience as a Critical Facilities Engineer or other relevant critical facility infrastructure leadership experience.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in data center engineering operations (DCEO), maintenance, and engineering supporting critical facilities operations, required.
• Demonstrated, working technical knowledge and understanding of critical data center systems, including HVAC, standby emergency power, uninterruptible power supplies, and associated infrastructure.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Strong background in operating mechanical and electrical critical systems, design review, layout, installation, including the ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical one lines.
• Ability to conduct power- and thermal system capacity, safety, and code compliance assessments.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA 25 and compliance issues.
• Hands-on experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting large commercial and industrial electrical systems including: Medium-voltage switchgear, 480/277 Volt and 208/120-volt, electrical generation and distribution systems, Diesel powered AC generators, Static UPS systems (where applicable), Dynamic Rotary UPS Systems (where applicable), Multi-string flooded cell batteries and monitoring systems, Static switches, PLC and relay logic controls, Power monitoring systems, Data center power distribution and management systems.
• Current knowledge of NFPA Electrical, Fire and Life Safety and building codes, or local regulatory equivalent within the location of the data center.
• Expert knowledge in industrial safety best practices (i.e., lockout/tag out, arc flash protection, OSHA, and state regulations).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 40lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs to access elevated equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in various work environments.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment related tasks.
• Basic physical fitness to respond quickly to emergency situations and navigate areas quickly.
• Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for working with small components and connectors.
• Clear vision, with or without correction, to perform tasks requiring attention to detail and precision while wearing safety glasses.
• Ability to differentiate between color-coded warning signs, labels, and cables.
• Ability to work in environments with a wide variety temperature inside a facility.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, or snow.
• Capability to work in environments with elevated noise levels while wearing hearing protection.