Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical) IV

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Job Summary

Data Centers are considered Critical Facilities supporting hospitals laboratories financial institutions and public safety systemsoperations where uptime is missioncritical and facilities cannot go dark.

In this role you will perform advanced troubleshooting repairs corrective maintenance and routine installations of critical electrical infrastructure. This position is designed for experienced electrical professionals with strong handson expertise in missioncritical environments and a demonstrated ability to operate independently and lead work in highrisk operational settings.

Responsibilities

Electrical & Critical Infrastructure Operations

• Serve as the primary technical expert for electrical systems supporting critical facility operations

• Evaluate and manage electrical load distribution. Develop and deliver plans to address overloads phase imbalance and high neutral currents

• Layout electrical branch circuit distributions to support installations and migrations

• Troubleshoot and repair Branch Circuit monitoring

• Work with the team to manage customer order tickets

• Manage inventory of circuit installation materials to ensure stock allows for timely installation

• Manage contractor for all installation work. Ensuring all work is performed within Equinix policies and procedures. This includes developing RFPs submitting POs scheduling issuing required Equinix permits and electrical permits with AHJ

Leadership & Ownership

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians

• Oversee and direct vendor activities during maintenance installations and repair work

• Act as a key contributor during critical maintenance windows shutdowns and infrastructure upgrades

• Review develop and execute operational documentation including MOPs SOPs and scripts

• Recommend improvements to electrical reliability efficiency safety and operational standards

Operations & Compliance

• Maintain accurate site logs electrical records and compliance documentation

• Support electrical permitting audits and inspections as required

• Execute circuit installations capacity management and load balancing activities

• Participate in infrastructure projects retrofits and expansions with an electrical focus

Availability & OnCall Support

• Support a 24/7 critical operations environment including rotating shifts offhours work and emergency response as needed

• Provide escalation support during highrisk events or outages

Qualifications

• Strong handson experience supporting critical electrical systems in data centers critical facilities or regulated commercial/industrial environments

• Experience working within life safety compliance and operational risk frameworks

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics oneline diagrams and technical documentation.

• Must have sufficient computer skills to work with Microsoft Office Suites e-mail and learn custom applications.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical job duties (climbing kneeling working in confined spaces) with or without accommodation

• 3 years of relevant electrical or critical facilities experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred

• Prior experience supporting 24/7 missioncritical operations

• Background in union or nonunion electrical work within NY/NJ metropolitan environments

• Familiarity with local codes AHJ requirements and site safety practices

• Experience leading vendors coordinating maintenance windows or mentoring junior engineers

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - NY3 New York City : 67400 - 101000 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role level and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus equity or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee you become important to Equinixs success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive inclusive sustainable connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure were providing you with the best package possible. So wherever you are in your career and life youll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

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