Building Engineering Lead

SB Energy; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Arrangements

Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data

Job summary

SB Energy, located in Austin, Texas, is looking for a skilled Engineering Manager to oversee operations in a critical environment. Responsibilities include managing daily facility operations, executing maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and over 5 years of experience in similar roles. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits including 100% company-paid healthcare, and a collaborative work culture aimed at sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data center engineering or critical environment operations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading teams, vendors, or both.
• Experience developing and implementing operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily engineering and facility operations for safety and efficiency.
• Execute preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
• Monitor system performance and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Team leadership

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Risk identification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Building Management Systems (BMS)

CMMS

HVAC Systems

Job description

Overview

Do you want to work with high caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our Mission is to provide reliable, affordable energy at scale to support America’s growing energy demands.

Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, SB Energy develops, builds, owns & operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects in the United States. Since launching in 2019, the company has rapidly grown into a top-tier integrated platform with over 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi-GW pipeline of energy and data center infrastructure nationwide. SB Energy also utilizes its strong culture of innovation to identify and incorporate new technology into our projects, including our AI-based digital platform, to deliver energy infrastructure that is local, reliable, and matched to load. We are building the energy and technology future—today.

Come join us in accelerating the energy transition to cleaner, more sustainable sources of power!

Responsibilities

• Manage daily engineering and facility operations to ensure safe and efficient performance of all building systems
• Delight our tenant and onsite teams, using a data driven decision making approach for identifications of risk, probability of risk becoming issue, service level impact of risks regarding the preventative maintenance and upkeep of the critical infrastructure
• Execute and enforce preventative and corrective maintenance programs, including direct oversight of work order management
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and troubleshooting of system failures to prevent recurrence
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific procedures, including MOPs, SOPs, and emergency response protocols
• Direct and coordinate the execution of maintenance and repair activities by internal teams and vendors
• Monitor system performance, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions to maintain operational efficiency
• Maintain CMMS and associated documentation, including work orders, maintenance logs, and asset records
• Support budget tracking and assist in preparation of operational and capital budgets
• Ensure adequate inventory of tools, materials, and critical spare parts to support operations
• Evaluate system performance using operational data and recommend improvements to efficiency and reliability
• Support planning, execution, and closeout of maintenance and infrastructure-related projects
• Respond to emergency situations and support after-hours maintenance activities as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in data center engineering or critical environment operations
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading teams, vendors, or both
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing operating procedures, including Method of Procedure (MOP) change control and service-impacting work plans
• Proven experience managing vendor relationships, including maintenance coordination and contract negotiation
• Experience establishing systems for documentation, tracking, and operational reporting
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships across internal teams, external partners, and local municipalities
• Deep knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems, HVAC/cooling systems, and Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Experience supporting predictive and preventative maintenance programs, including coordination with third-party providers
• Ability to identify operational risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities within critical environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information for non-technical stakeholders
• Experience leading onboarding, training, and team development initiatives

Location

On-site in Austin, TX.

Compensation

Base Pay - $140,000-$165,000

The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks—while ensuring internal parity across our teams. In addition to competitive base pay, total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.

Benefits

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
• Device Purchase Support

SB Energy is built on a foundation of collaboration and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

To learn more about us, please visit www.sbenergy.com