Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical)

at  Equinix

WHO ARE WE?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix’s trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.
Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical)
Our Critical Facilities Engineering team is responsible for supervising and performing facilities engineering work, including alarm response, fault finding, maintenance, repairs, and modification of equipment relating to controls, electrical, and mechanical systems and equipment.
The role will be based at SY1, close to transportation links, with free onsite parking. You will be joining a collaborative team that works across disciplines, with a focus on electrical systems. Experience in data centers, industrial settings, or similar mission-critical environments would be beneficial to understand the specific electrical requirements of our operations.
We welcome candidates of various levels of experience and expertise, as long as they possess a willingness to learn all technical aspects of the role and build rapport with vendors, customers, and colleagues through a team-first mentality.
Key Responsibilities:

Facility/Infrastructure Maintenance:

• Perform daily checks and site inspections of the building and alarms.
• Coordinate and lead preventative maintenance tasks and vendors, as well as lead repairs and corrective maintenance efforts.
• Collaborate with team members on major repairs and develop procedures for their execution.
• Coordinate and perform critical switching activities.
• Maintain workplace safety practices and adhere to approved MOPs (Methods of Procedure).
• Ensure incidents are escalated and handled according to protocols.
• Assist with capacity management and provide support to other teams as needed.

Site Administration:

• Manage access control and security measures.
• Ensure the fire protection system is active and take necessary actions.
• Maintain and coordinate site records to meet compliance requirements.
• Attend vendor meetings to discuss services and address any issues.

Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes:

• Electrical Trade Qualifications (or Degree Qualified with proven experience).
• Team-first mentality and willingness to learn and develop on the job.
• Engineering mindset and experience with UPS, STS, LV, HV systems.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of generators, chillers, and various mechanical systems and equipment would be beneficial.
• Industrial, data center, or mission-critical experience is preferred.

Benefits of the Role:

• Permanent position at a static site close to Mascot station, with onsite parking and gym.
• Competitive salary package, including healthcare allowance, annual bonus, and access to financial, wellbeing, and company benefits.
• Opportunities for progression and development within the site and cluster, with a clearly defined career path within the Critical Facilities Engineering teams.
• Supportive management and senior engineering specialists to ensure continual professional development.
• Access to continued learning through our Global Ops Academy.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

• Permanent position at a static site close to Mascot station, with onsite parking and gym.
• Competitive salary package, including healthcare allowance, annual bonus, and access to financial, wellbeing, and company benefits.
• Opportunities for progression and development within the site and cluster, with a clearly defined career path within the Critical Facilities Engineering teams.
• Supportive management and senior engineering specialists to ensure continual professional development.
• Access to continued learning through our Global Ops Academy