CHIEF ENGINEER - LIQUID COOLING (2ND SHIFT)

Esfm USA; Florence (KY); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD&D

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Job summary

ESFM, the on-site engineering leader for Compass Group USA, seeks a Chief Engineer for Liquid Cooling on 2nd shift. You will oversee hard services, critical infrastructure, and advanced liquid cooling in high-density compute environments.

The role requires 7–10+ years in facility engineering, EPA 608, and strong leadership. You will drive reliability, safety, and efficiency with a cross-functional team and client engagements.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years in facility engineering or mission-critical environments.
• EPA Section 608 Certification is required.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams or site operations.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and liquid cooling systems.
• Experience in data center or high-reliability environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead IFM hard services delivery across M/E/P and critical infrastructure.
• Manage and develop a team of engineers, technicians, and contractors; define roles and coverage.
• Act as site technical authority for liquid cooling: CDUs, pumps, heat exchangers, piping, controls.
• Oversee operation and optimization of liquid cooling systems, monitor temp/pressure/flow.
• Lead incident response, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis for mechanical and cooling failures.
• Ensure 24/7 operation through preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Own site KPIs, SLAs, and safety/regulatory compliance.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party providers.
• Interface with client stakeholders and support reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement for uptime, efficiency, sustainability.

Skills

Facility engineering

Leadership

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Data center

Problem solving

Tools

BMS/EPMS

CMMS

Job description

ESFM

Position Title: CHIEF ENGINEER - LIQUID COOLING (2ND SHIFT)

Pay Grade: 16

ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).

ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services.

This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM’s clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, [e-mail].

Job Summary

The Chief Building Engineer serves as the on-site engineering leader with full accountability for the delivery of Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services, including hard services, critical infrastructure, and advanced liquid cooling systems supporting high-density compute environments. This role provides technical leadership, team management, and operational oversight to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient facility performance.

Work Schedule (2nd shift) Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 11:30PM Local Time

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of IFM hard services delivery across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and critical infrastructure systems
• Direct, manage, and develop a team of building engineers, technicians, and specialty contractors; establish clear roles, shift coverage, and accountability
• Serve as the site technical authority for liquid cooling systems including CDUs, pumps, heat exchangers, piping, and integrated controls
• Oversee operation, maintenance, and optimization of liquid cooling systems, including monitoring temperature, pressure, and flow performance
• Lead incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for mechanical and cooling system failures
• Ensure reliable 24/7 operation of mission-critical systems through preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Own site-level KPIs, SLAs, and compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards
• Manage vendor relationships, OEM coordination, and third-party service providers
• Act as the primary engineering interface with client stakeholders and support operational reviews
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, efficiency, sustainability, and system resilience

Required Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in facility engineering or mission-critical environments
• EPA Section 608 Certification is required
• Proven experience leading engineering teams or site operations
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and liquid cooling systems
• Experience working in data center or high-reliability environments
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with direct-to-chip, immersion, or high-density liquid cooling systems
• Background in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) delivery
• Experience with BMS/EPMS and CMMS platforms
• Relevant technical certifications (mechanical, HVAC, or electrical)

ESFM is a member of Compass Group USA

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Associates at ESFM are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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