DCO Facilities Chief Engineer

Switch; Cartersville (GA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Karma culture

Industry-leading designs

Remote opportunities

Career growth

Generous benefits

Job summary

Switch is seeking a DCO Facilities Chief Engineer to serve as the senior technical authority for facilities infrastructure across its data center operations. You will provide SME input on electrical, mechanical, environmental, and life safety systems, lead complex problem resolution, and drive continuous improvement without direct people management.

You will oversee commissioning, design reviews, and operational readiness for changes, supporting equipment deployment across local and regional

Qualifications

• 8+ years in facilities, electrical, or mechanical systems within data center or mission-critical environments.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems: generators, switchgear, transformers, UPS, ATS/STS, PDUs, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, fire suppression.
• Technical leadership for hydronic infrastructure: chilled water plants, cooling towers, heat exchangers, pumps, piping, water treatment.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, lifecycle management, data-driven efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with EH&S and regulatory water management requirements; drive continuous improvement.
• OSHA 30 required; other certifications preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering preferred or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical leadership for critical power, cooling, and environmental systems.
• Lead technical response during infrastructure events and support root cause analysis.
• Participate in Change Advisory Board reviews and ensure operational readiness for changes.
• Support commissioning, startup, and deployment of new equipment across campuses.
• Review mechanical and electrical design docs and provide feedback to engineering, construction, vendors.
• Drive improvements to maintenance strategies, automation, and operations processes.
• Lead technical working sessions to resolve recurring facilities challenges.
• Review and approve maintenance procedures, safety programs, and OSHA compliance.
• Develop infrastructure performance metrics and report to leadership.
• Mentor technicians and engineers to strengthen technical capability in DCO.
• Deliver technical training on arc flash safety, power systems, mechanical systems, and control sequences.
• Support audits and certification activities.
• Travel for multi-campus initiatives.

Skills

Critical power

Mechanical systems

Environmental systems

Life safety

Operations leadership

Safety compliance

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical/Mechanical Eng.

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Switch

At Switch, we don’t just design, build and operate data centers—we are enabling the technology of the future. Led by Founder & CEO, Rob Roy, we believe in revolutionary innovation, operational excellence and the principle of karma. Switch is where talented people come together to EVOLVE the digital world.

About Switch

At Switch, we don’t just design, build and operate data centers—we are enabling the technology of the future. Led by Founder & CEO, Rob Roy, we believe in revolutionary innovation, operational excellence and the principle of karma. Switch is where talented people come together to EVOLVE the digital world.
We believe that innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people, culture, and purpose that make it happen. Every Switch team member contributes to a mission greater than themselves: to create the world’s most advanced digital infrastructure that powers the progress of humanity.

The Role: DCO Facilities Chief Engineer

This role serves as the senior technical authority for facilities infrastructure within Data Center Operations. You provide subject matter expertise across electrical, mechanical, environmental, and life safety systems that support mission-critical operations. The role leads complex problem resolution, supports commissioning and design reviews, and drives continuous improvement across campus infrastructure without direct people management responsibility.

What You’ll Do

• Provide senior technical leadership for critical power, cooling, and environmental systems.
• Lead technical response efforts during infrastructure events and support root cause analysis activities.
• Participate in Change Advisory Board reviews and ensure operational readiness for planned changes.
• Support commissioning, startup, and deployment of new equipment across local and regional campuses.
• Review mechanical and electrical design documents and provide operational feedback to engineering, construction, and vendors.
• Drive improvements to maintenance strategies, automation efforts, and operational processes.
• Lead technical working sessions to resolve recurring facilities challenges.
• Review and approve procedures for maintenance activities, safety programs, and OSHA compliance.
• Develop infrastructure performance metrics and provide reporting to leadership.
• Mentor technicians and engineers to strengthen technical capability within DCO.
• Deliver technical training related to arc flash safety, power systems, mechanical systems, and control sequences.
• Support compliance audits and certification activities.
• Travel as required to support multi-campus initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Recognized technical authority in mission-critical facilities infrastructure.
• Strong judgment during high-impact operational events.
• Ability to translate technical findings into operational improvements.
• Clear communication across technicians, engineers, vendors, and leadership.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and disciplined execution.

What You’ll Bring

• 8 or more years of experience in facilities, electrical, or mechanical systems within data center or comparable mission-critical environments.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems including generators, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, ATS or STS units, PDUs, chillers, cooling towers, pumping systems, and fire suppression systems.
• Provide technical leadership for all hydronic infrastructure, including chilled water plants, cooling towers, heat exchangers, pumps, piping distribution networks, and water treatment systems, ensuring optimal performance, efficiency, and operational resilience.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, condition assessments, and lifecycle management of hydronic and water treatment assets, leveraging data‑driven analysis to improve system efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements related to water management programs while driving continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Switch operational standards.
• Strong understanding of control systems and sequences of operation.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and electrical drawings.
• Experience supporting commissioning, design review, and infrastructure deployment.
• OSHA 30 certification required; additional relevant certifications preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Why Switch?

• A Culture of Karma – We are self-motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward-thinking environment.
• Industry Leading Designs – Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a part of emerging technology development.
• Flexibility & Remote Opportunities – Whether in‑office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the technology and support to keep teams connected and productive.
• Career Stability & Growth – In this expanding industry, we invest in our people, providing opportunities & advancement in a stable, growing company.
• Generous Benefits Package - Switch provides comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!

Join Us & Make a Difference

This is more than a job—it’s a mission. If you’re ready to be part of a culture that values innovation, karma, and limitless potential, we want to hear from you.

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