Facilities Engineering Lead - Marshfield, MO

STN, Inc.; Marshfield (MO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) Plan

Unlimited PTO

Holidays Paid

Cell Phone Allowance

Job summary

STN, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Engineering Lead in Marshfield, MO to provide technical leadership for critical data center infrastructure. The role oversees electrical, mechanical, controls, and building systems, ensuring safety, uptime, and reliability across maintenance programs and projects.

You will drive RCA investigations, manage upgrades, and coordinate with operations teams to ensure compliant, efficient facility performance in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required.
• 7+ years of experience in critical facilities, data center operations, or mission-critical environments.
• 3+ years of experience leading engineering teams, projects, or technical programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to facilities engineers, technicians, and contractors.
• Serve as the primary engineering authority for critical facility systems.
• Develop engineering standards, procedures, and maintenance strategies.
• Lead maintenance programs and RCA investigations for equipment failures.
• Oversee uptime, capacity planning, and reliability objectives.
• Coordinate with construction, commissioning, and operations teams for project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Root cause analysis

Reading diagrams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Facilities Engineering Lead

Location: Onsite – Marshfield, MO
Reporting to: Infrastructure & DCO

At STN , we don’t just adapt to the digital future, we engineer it. Our mission is to help organizations thrive in a rapidly evolving technology landscape through strategic insight, cutting-edge solutions, and a security-first mindset. We provide end-to-end services spanning cloud consulting, AI infrastructure, and enterprise security, enabling secure, scalable, and future-ready transformation.

As trusted advisors, we align IT investments with business outcomes that drive performance and growth, starting with deep strategic engagement and delivering tailored solutions built for long-term impact.

Our approach is innovation-led and rooted in cybersecurity, with a focus on leveraging the right technologies to solve real-world challenges. We invest in our people and foster a culture of growth, inclusion, and purpose because we believe empowered teams build transformative technology.

Overview
The Facilities Engineering Lead is responsible for the technical leadership, reliability, maintenance strategy, and engineering oversight of critical data center infrastructure. This role serves as the site’s subject matter expert (SME) for electrical, mechanical, controls, and building systems, ensuring the facility operates safely, efficiently, and with maximum uptime. The Facilities Engineering Lead manages engineering programs, supports operational teams, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and provides technical leadership for maintenance, commissioning, and infrastructure projects. Critical infrastructure typically include electrical distribution, UPS systems, generators, cooling systems, BMS/EPMS platforms, and other mission-critical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to facilities engineers, technicians, and contractors.
• Serve as the primary engineering authority for all critical facility systems.
• Develop engineering standards, operating procedures, and maintenance strategies.
• Support site operational excellence initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
  Critical Infrastructure Management
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and reliability of:
  • Medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems
  • UPS systems and battery plants
  • Standby generators and fuel systems
  • Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
  • Switchgear and power monitoring systems
  • Chillers, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units
  • Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)
  • PLC and controls systems
  • Fire detection and suppression systems
• Ensure critical infrastructure meets uptime, capacity, and reliability objectives.
  Reliability & Maintenance Programs
• Develop and optimize preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for equipment failures and operational incidents.
• Analyze system performance trends and implement reliability improvements.
• Review maintenance procedures, MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs to ensure operational readiness.
  Projects & Commissioning
• Lead infrastructure upgrades, capacity expansions, and modernization projects.
• Support commissioning and acceptance testing of new equipment and systems.
• Review engineering designs, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with construction, commissioning, and operations teams to ensure successful project execution.
  Safety & Compliance
• Champion a culture of safety and operational discipline.
• Ensure compliance with:
  • OSHA regulations
  • Electrical safety standards (NFPA 70E)
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
  • Environmental and regulatory requirements
  • Company engineering standards
• Participate in audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.
  Vendor & Contractor Oversight
• Manage engineering service providers and specialized contractors.
• Review contractor work plans and technical deliverables.
• Ensure maintenance and project activities are performed safely and according to approved procedures.
  Monitoring & Controls
• Oversee BMS, EPMS, and facility monitoring systems.
• Support troubleshooting of controls, automation, and monitoring infrastructure.
• Develop reporting and analytics to improve system performance and capacity planning.

Experience & Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, or related discipline.

• 7+ years of experience in critical facilities, data center operations, power generation, utilities, or mission-critical environments.

• 3+ years of experience leading engineering teams, projects, or technical programs.

• Strong knowledge of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure systems.

• Experience developing maintenance programs and engineering procedures.

• Ability to read and interpret:

• Single-line diagrams

• Electrical schematics

• Mechanical drawings

• Control system diagrams

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
  Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

• Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP), CDCMP, or similar data center certification.

• Experience in Tier III or Tier IV data center environments.

• Knowledge of commissioning processes and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM).

• Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center operations.

• Familiarity with liquid cooling technologies and AI/HPC infrastructure.
  Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in operational data center environments.

• Ability to climb ladders, access equipment platforms, and lift up to 50 pounds.

• Participation in after-hours incident response and on-call rotation.

• Occasional travel to support projects and engineering initiatives.

Compensation

• Full-Time, Exempt
• Marshfield, MO: $115,000-$150,000/year, DOE

Benefits

• Health Coverage – Medical, Dental & Vision
• FSA Health and Dependent Care available
• 401(k) Plan
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Observed Holidays Paid
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Collaborative, growth-driven culture
  Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference verification. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.