Mechanical Subject Matter Expert

About the role

Meta’s data centers serve as the foundation upon which our systems operate to meet the demands of our customers. The Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) will be a part of the facility operations team, acting as the mechanical system technical operations expert. This role requires a broad understanding of mechanical system and equipment function, with responsibilities spanning procedure-based mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an onsite technical resource for mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical field operation.
• Support cross-functional collaboration including all local and global partners.
• Contribute to the mechanical safety program for the site.
• Plan, resource, author, or approve work procedures to cover mechanical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing and mitigating personnel, critical systems, and operational risk.
• Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Oversee mechanical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity is maintained and that all modifications to existing systems comply with best practices, including change control processes.
• Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of construction projects and maintenance activity.
• Participate in root-cause analysis activities in your area of expertise.
• Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross-functional teams on mechanical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes, including mechanical, fire and life safety, water equipment/systems, and procedures.
• Manage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit work.
• Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global mechanical system design improvements.
• Travel expectations: Can be significant during the first 1–3 months for initial training/onboarding, and then ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, etc.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or trade certification in a related field plus 4+ years relevant mechanical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 8+ years relevant mechanical industry experience.
• Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work.
• Working knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles.
• Theoretical and practical understanding of mechanical equipment and systems, with expertise in mechanical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction.
• Working knowledge of electrical, controls, and fire/life safety systems.
• Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings.
• Experience comprehending plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings.
• Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• Proficient with computer systems including documents, spreadsheets, email, and maintenance systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the data center industry.
• Familiarity with American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) standards.
• Trade Certification or state license in Mechanical (HVAC) Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.
• Equipment field service engineering or representative experience.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements).
• Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews).
• Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies.

About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology.

Pay

$143,000/year to $198,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits. Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location.