CHIEF LIQUID COOLING ENGINEER

Compass Group USA; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Discounts

Wellness Programs

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

Compass Group USA’s ESFM division seeks a Chief Building Engineer – Liquid Cooling to lead on-site IFM services for an Amazon facility in Florence, KY. You’ll oversee hard services, critical infrastructure, and advanced liquid cooling in high-density computing environments, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all building systems.

You will manage a team of engineers and technicians, drive incident response and continuous improvement, and maintain regulatory compliance across

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years in facility engineering or mission-critical environments.
• EPA Section 608 Certification required.
• Proven experience leading 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 mechanical, electrical, plumbing and critical infrastructure systems.
• Direct and develop a team of engineers, technicians and contractors; define roles and coverage.
• Serve as site technical authority for liquid cooling systems (CDUs, pumps, heat exchangers, piping, controls).
• Oversee operation, maintenance and optimization of liquid cooling systems and monitor performance.
• Lead incident response, troubleshooting and root-causes for mechanical/cooling failures.
• Ensure reliable 24/7 operation via preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Own site KPIs, SLAs and compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Manage vendor relationships, OEM coordination, and third-party providers.
• Interface with client stakeholders and support operational reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement for uptime, efficiency and resilience.

Skills

Leadership

HVAC

Liquid cooling

Data center operations

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

BMS/EPMS/CMMS

CDUs/pumps/heat exchangers

Job description

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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.

Job Summary

TheChief Building Engineer – Liquid Cooling serves as the on-site engineering leader with full responsibility for the delivery of Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services, including hard services, critical infrastructure operations, and advanced liquid cooling systems supporting high-density computing environments. This role provides technical expertise, operational oversight, and team leadership to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of all facility systems.

This position supports anAmazon facility located in Florence, KY, and is accountable for maintaining operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and business continuity across critical building infrastructure

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)

Associates at ESFM are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 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.

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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