Chief Data Center (MEP) Operations Engineer - Denver, Colorado at EdgeConneX

Quinte West, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Site Management, Maintenance, Emergency Response, Incident Management, Problem Management, Mission Critical Equipment Operation, Power Systems, HVAC, Fire and Life Safety, MOP Execution, Preventative Maintenance, CMMS, Vendor Management, Automated Building Management Systems, AutoCAD, Visio

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Led by an experienced management team and supported by a strong investor group, including large and experienced institutions and strategic partners, EdgeConneX offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where we are bringing flexibility, proximity, power, and connectivity to some of the world’s key businesses. With major offices in Herndon, Denver, and Amsterdam, we have a global footprint and a unified team of employees committed to providing a premier customer experience and delivering the full spectrum of data center solutions, from core to edge, like no other data center provider can do. Focused on driving innovation and helping our customers define and deliver their own unique vision for the Edge, at any scale, in any market worldwide, for any requirement, we are building tomorrow’s data center infrastructure, today for some of the world’s most demanding Network, Content, and Cloud customers. Chief Engineer – Data Center Operations, Denver, Colorado The Chief Engineer will be responsible for overall site management and maintenance, client reporting, staff availability, emergency response coordination, incident and Problem Management, and participation in miscellaneous projects. They will work closely with the Regional Director of Operations to maintain and support the dedicated power and cooling service level commitments for each of the designated data center facilities. This is an onsite position in New Albany, Ohio with the expectation to be local and onsite. There is a limited amount of travel associated with this role, but could require regional coverage and training support at times. Summary of Duties Monitor, maintain and operate all on-site mission critical equipment within SOP and EOP functionality including: Primary Switch Gear Medium Voltage Gear Distributed Switch Gear Automatic and Static Transfer Switches Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS) Diesel Generators Power Distribution Units (PDU’s) Remote Power Panels (RPP’s) Main and sub breakers HVAC, CRAC and mini-mate cooling units Fire and Life Safety systems Primary Responsibilities: Creating, managing, and executing standard Method of Procedures (MOP) Support the Regional Director in implementing and managing the Preventative Maintenance program for the designated site Work with our computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and other monitoring systems to ensure they are current and contain accurate information for all critical components Identify areas of improvement within the existing environment, particularly in the areas of efficiency and utilization (PUE) Effectively manage, supervise, and evaluate contract technical labor team Ensure compliance with all safety procedures as well as utilization of protective equipment Maintain ongoing communications with tenant/s and vendors Assist in updating and/or maintaining as-built drawings Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agencies and EdgeConneX directives as it relates to building operations Participate in on-call rotation when needed to cover evening and weekend incidents Provide 1-hour response time for high priority incidents Respond quickly and accordingly to all customer concerns Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to operate, manage, and maintain critical electrical, mechanical, and fire and life safety systems Comprehend, analyze and interrupt complex project documents, including AutoCAD, Visio and PDF documents Adept in Vendor Management, both in relationship building and providing guidance for end goals Knowledge and capability of processing work orders, tickets, schedules and inventory within a formalized ticket management system Skilled in use of automated building management systems Strong written and verbal communication Education/Experience 10+ years of operations in a mission critical environment with superior communication and client management skills 3+ years of direct experience working in a hands-on MEP operations leadership role Prior experience and expertise with the following: Emerson-Liebert power and mechanical equipment Square D switchgear MTU, Caterpillar, or Cummins generators Fire and Life safety system Experience with a robust Incident, Problem, and Change Management ticketing system Travel This position will be located at the Denver, Colorado EdgeConneX Data Center facility however, regular travel (approximately 10%) will be required to manage additional Data Centers within the Region as well as for annual and quarterly company meetings. EdgeConneX believes inclusion – of thought, backgrounds and experiences – affects all that we do, from our employees to the solutions we deliver. Our goal is to create an environment where embracing differences helps deepen the lives and work experience of our employees, enhances our innovation and creativity, and enriches our involvement in our communities. EdgeConneX is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, as well as any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. EdgeConneX offers a competitive benefits package. For more information on how we process your data, visit our Data Privacy Policy here.

Responsibilities

The Chief Engineer is responsible for overall site management, maintenance, client reporting, staff availability, emergency response coordination, and managing incidents and problems within the data center facilities. This role involves monitoring and operating all on-site mission-critical equipment according to standard and emergency operating procedures.