Mechanical Engineer

Equinix; Toronto; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinix, a global leader in digital infrastructure, seeks a Mechanical SME for Americas Operations focusing on HVAC architecture and data center reliability. You will drive efficiency and capacity improvements across mission-critical facilities, collaborating with regional and global teams.

Key responsibilities include leading energy optimization projects, supporting site teams in mechanical and controls enhancements, and contributing to best-practice development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical system design, operations, and/or project planning.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and construction teams.
• Experience developing and reviewing engineering documentation, including SOWs, design drawings, and technical reports.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Basic French language proficiency for routine business interactions.

Responsibilities

• Develop energy efficiency and sellable capacity projects through engineering investigations and ROI analyses for approval.
• Provide technical guidance for approved projects, coordinating with site teams and management through commissioning and handover.
• Identify optimization opportunities and guide site teams on mechanical and controls improvements using SOO knowledge and best practices.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams to refine policies, procedures, and asset lifecycle strategies.
• Diagnose root causes of failures in critical facility systems during emergencies or audits and implement rapid corrective actions.
• Act as Energy Champion, driving metrics like PUE and WUE with reporting to internal teams and auditors.

Skills

Mechanical design

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical documentation

Written & verbal communication

Travel up to 25%

French language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ACAD / Revit

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

As a mechanical SME for Americas Operations, you’ll apply expertise in HVAC architecture—including Unitary/DX systems, air‑and water‑cooled chillers, CRAHs, and more—to improve reliability, efficiency, and capacity across mission‑critical data centers. If you enjoy solving complex challenges and improving mission‑critical systems, this is your opportunity to make an impact with the world’s digital infrastructure leader

In this role, you will:

• Develop and design efficiency‑focused construction initiatives that maximize sellable capacity
• Drive operational improvements by guiding and supporting site teams on cooling system optimization initiatives as well as general system operation education
• Provide technical expertise as an SME for Americas Operations collaborating with regional and global teams, provide greenfield construction project support, capital equipment requirements, existing data center physicals, incidents, along with sharing best practices, with a primary focus on Canadian Operations

Responsibilities

Project Analysis & SOW Development

• Develop energy efficiency and sellable capacity projects through engineering investigations and internal rate‑of‑return analyses submitting project business cases for approval
• Provide technical guidance for approved projects, partnering with site teams and project management to ensure adherence to Equinix standards, supporting construction through commissioning to validate system functionality and design intent, then coordinate system handover to confirm operational readiness and ensure a smooth transition into operations

Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Continually identify optimization opportunities and guide Site teams on mechanical and controls improvements, leveraging Sequence of Operation (SOOs) knowledge and industry best practices
• Partner with global and regional counterparts to review, refine, and enhance policies and procedures as well as lifecycle (EOL) asset strategies, driving consistency and continuous improvement
• Diagnose and determine root causes of failures or performance issues across critical facility systems during emergencies or routine audits, ensuring rapid corrective action and sustained performance
• Serve as an “Energy Champion”, driving PUE, WUE, and related metrics with reporting for internal teams, executives & external auditors

Additional Technical Expertise

• Some knowledge of plumbing, fire protection systems as well as high level understanding of electrical systems, including system topologies and the ability to read and interpret electrical single‑line diagrams

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in mechanical system design, operations, and/or project planning
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
• Proven ability to work cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, and construction teams
• Experience developing and reviewing engineering documentation, including SOWs, design drawings, and technical reports
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Basic French language proficiency required; ability to communicate effectively in French for routine business interactions, written correspondence, and collaboration with French‑speaking stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineering license
• Experience working in a high‑availability or 24/7 operational data center environment
• Familiarity with key efficiency metrics (PUE, WUE) and sustainability standards
• ACAD / Revit experience

Targeted Pay Range

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 88,000 - 132,000 CAD / 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 Equinix’s 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 we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll 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.

Canada Core Benefits

• Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
• Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax‑Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
• Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

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.

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