Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Mechanical/Controls)

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 (Mechanical/Controls)
Are you ready to be part of a high performing Data Center team? As a Critical Facilities Engineer at Equinix, you’ll be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, responsible for supervising and performing facilities engineering work. From alarm response to fault finding, maintenance, and repairs, you’ll be the go-to expert for mechanical and controls systems, and build expertise in electrical, fire, and security systems.
The team works across all engineering disciplines and applicants should be possess a strong mechanical and/or controls background, but have the capacity and willingness to upskill themselves across all relevant systems and equipment.
The team coordinate and direct skilled vendors, ensuring maintenance activities meet the highest standards. Your expertise will be crucial in creating and submitting maintenance scripts, while tracking the work approval process for service providers. Together with vendors, you’ll update technical files for plants and equipment, keeping everything running smoothly.
Site administration and incident support will be part of your daily adventure. You’ll dive into site logs, gather data for permits, and identify Single Points of Failure (SPOFs). When on-site incidents occur, you’ll be there to respond, conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and support the on-site staff. Your commitment to following processes and procedures will ensure a safe and efficient environment.
Collaboration is key in this role. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve challenging facility incidents, sharing your expertise and learning from others. As a mentor, you’ll guide team members in skilled maintenance activities, while keeping stakeholders informed of inventory needs.
Qualifications, skills and experience
- Certificate III/IV in Electrical - Instrumentation or equivalent experience
- Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Refrigerant & Air Conditioning)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering - Mechanical, Controls

• Knowledge of critical infrastructure equipment such as UPS, ATS, STS, Generators, CRAH, Chillers, BMS, PLC, etc.

• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork is key to success in the role
• Past datacenter or facility engineering experience is desirable
• Basic to intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and CAD
• Excellent written and spoken interpersonal communication skills, proficient in English

Benefits of the role:

• Unlock your potential with progression and development opportunities within the site and cluster. A clearly defined career path awaits you in our Critical Facilities Engineering teams!
• Enjoy the support of management and senior engineering specialists who are committed to your continual professional development.
• Monday-Friday daytime role, flexibility offered around preferred starting times
• We value your well-being. Our salary package includes a healthcare allowance, annual bonus, company shares and access to a range financial and company benefits.
• Never stop learning with access to our Global Ops Academy, where employees are encourages to expand your knowledge and skills.

Join us on this thrilling journey as a Critical Facilities Engineer and make your mark in the Date Center World!
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• Unlock your potential with progression and development opportunities within the site and cluster. A clearly defined career path awaits you in our Critical Facilities Engineering teams!
• Enjoy the support of management and senior engineering specialists who are committed to your continual professional development.
• Monday-Friday daytime role, flexibility offered around preferred starting times
• We value your well-being. Our salary package includes a healthcare allowance, annual bonus, company shares and access to a range financial and company benefits.
• Never stop learning with access to our Global Ops Academy, where employees are encourages to expand your knowledge and skills