Data Center Electrical & Building Engineer

Newmark; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 58,240 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Newmark in Dallas seeks a skilled Data Center Building Engineer to perform day-to-day operation and maintenance of data center facilities, ensuring reliability and compliance with base building and critical infrastructure.

Ideal candidate is licensed electrician or experienced in electrical field; requires 5+ years in data center operations, CFC certification preferred, strong Building Automation Systems skills, safety training, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years previous critical data center operations engineering experience.
• CFC Certified – Certification for handling refrigerants a plus.
• Proficient computer and email skills.
• Proficient with Building Automation Systems.
• Must have the ability to complete required safety classes that pertain to specific job duties.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance and work order software systems.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and be able to immediately recognize system faults and respond to operational and emergency situations.
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Method of Procedures (MOP) and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOP) established for the critical environments, as well as the formal change control process.
• Maintain strict compliance with all Federal, State and Local codes, regulations and standards.
• Operate machinery to approved specifications ensuring no downtime attributed to poor operations. Perform preventive maintenance on all base building and critical system equipment.
• Perform tests, rounds and analyzes data to ensure the proper functioning of equipment.
• Monitor the operation and make customer approved adjustments of chilled water systems, heat exchangers, CRAC Units, HVAC, electrical systems, emergency back‑up systems, hot water systems, pumps, valves, filters and other mechanical and electrical equipment. Record readings and make recommendations for adjustments where necessary to assure proper operation of equipment.
• Analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance logs and reports. Maintain knowledge about preventive maintenance and work order software systems.
• Coordinate contractor and management approvals for work orders that require the use of outside contractors. Maintain detailed logs of all work performed.
• Perform all assigned work as to ensure the safety of the building's tenants and the continuous operation of the facility.
• Maintain organized building files.
• May be on‑call after regular scheduled hours.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Newmark in Dallas seeks a skilled Data Center Building Engineer to perform day-to-day operation and maintenance of data center facilities, ensuring reliability and compliance with base building and critical infrastructure.

Ideal candidate is licensed electrician or experienced in electrical field; requires 5+ years in data center operations, CFC certification preferred, strong Building Automation Systems skills, safety training, and excellent communication.