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Critical Facilities Data Center Engineer

United States, Sterling · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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Job Description

The Critical Facilities Data Center Engineer is responsible for delivery of best practice systems and problem resolution on all data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure (UPS, MV electrical systems, generators, cooling systems etc.).

Job Responsibility

  • Responsible for delivery of best practice systems and problem resolution on all data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure (UPS, MV electrical systems, generators, cooling systems etc.)
  • Responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and performing preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems to maintain 100% Up-time including: Fire/life safety, mechanical systems such as (HVAC, chillers, crac, crah, plumbing, controls)
  • Electrical including emergency backup systems such as (lighting, UPS, ATS, STS, PDU, generators, primary switchgear, power distribution, transformers), and hot water systems

Requirements

  • Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems to maintain 100% Up-time
  • Monitor operation, adjust, and maintain refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment
  • boilers, and ventilating and water heaters
  • pumps, valves, piping, and filters
  • other mechanical and electrical equipment
  • Record readings and make and adjust where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment
  • Analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required
  • Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials
  • Maintain a clean and safe workplace
  • Learn and understand the data center site in-order to manage incidents and events that put the critical systems at risk
  • Work order management, including CMMS, Vendor Management, and Customer Facing Tickets
  • Understand and comply with emergency escalation procedures
  • Perform additional job duties as required
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

What we offer

  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
  • Compensated for Holidays Worked
  • Pay differential for Night Shift Employment
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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