Senior Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer IV

Equinix; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinix Singapore is seeking a Critical Facilities Engineer IV to maintain reliability, safety and efficiency of mission-critical data center infrastructure. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance across electrical, mechanical and life-safety systems, and respond to incidents with solid technical judgment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, monitor the Building Monitoring System (BMS) alarms, and escalate complex tasks.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Typically 3–5 years of relevant experience in critical facilities or data center operations.
• Experience with data center infrastructure and BMS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems to support reliable and continuous operations.
• Execute repairs, installations, inspections, and maintenance activities across electrical, mechanical, and facility infrastructure systems.
• Monitor the Building Monitoring System (BMS) and respond to alarms, performing analysis and taking corrective actions in line with established procedures.
• Operate and maintain plumbing, fire suppression, and life-safety systems to ensure compliance with operational and safety standards.
• Support the operation of critical infrastructure, escalating complex or high-risk tasks to senior engineers when required.
• Carry out daily operational tasks independently while receiving guidance for new or more complex assignments.
• Support vendor activities by coordinating access, reviewing work plans, and monitoring execution of maintenance tasks.
• Participate in the work approval process, including pre-work briefings, oversight of ongoing work, and validation of completed activities.
• Ensure all vendor work is completed in accordance with site procedures, safety standards, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors to maintain accurate technical documentation, drawings, and asset records.
• Prepare and maintain site documentation, including Maintenance Operation Protocols (MOPs), work permits, and operational records.
• Identify Single Points of Failure (SPOFs) and recommend actions to improve system reliability and resilience.
• Respond to on-site incidents, including equipment failures and operational disruptions, following established incident management procedures.
• Support site compliance and operational administration by applying a strong understanding of policies and procedures.
• Complete operational work orders and support system installations related to facility infrastructure.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance of auxiliary systems and supporting equipment to minimize downtime.
• Implement approved changes to mechanical, electrical, and specialized systems.
• Participate in infrastructure upgrades, maintenance programs, and site improvement projects.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve operational issues and support site activities.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members on maintenance practices and operational procedures.
• Communicate inventory requirements and support the management of spare parts and critical equipment.
• Contribute to identifying and recommending infrastructure improvements based on operational insights.

Skills

Data center infra

BMS familiarity

Troubleshooting

Process discipline

Education

Diploma in Engineering

3–5 years experience in critical facilities

Job description

Equinix Singapore is seeking a Critical Facilities Engineer IV to maintain reliability, safety and efficiency of mission-critical data center infrastructure. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance across electrical, mechanical and life-safety systems, and respond to incidents with solid technical judgment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, monitor the Building Monitoring System (BMS) alarms, and escalate complex tasks.