Lead Building Engineer

Meta; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 5,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is seeking a Lead Building Engineer to join their Data Center Facility Operations team. This role involves managing operations for a 30MW data center, ensuring compliance and maintenance, and providing technical expertise. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems, along with strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in electrical, HVAC, mechanical, or controls.
• Proficient with maintenance management programs.
• Regularly walk job site areas of flat and uneven terrain.

Responsibilities

• Manage work for a 30MW+ data center ensuring compliance and readiness.
• Schedule and supervise vendors during maintenance.
• Perform hands-on operations and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Electrical

HVAC

Mechanical

Controls

Maintenance Management

Education

Associate's degree in engineering

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Computer systems

Maintenance Management Programs

Job description

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Base pay range

$59.62/yr - $186,000.00/yr

Meta is seeking a data center Lead Building Engineer to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our software operates to meet the demands of our customers. The Lead Building Engineer will be a part of the Facility Operations team responsible for operating and maintaining critical systems in our data centers. They will be an individual contributor who provides day to day coordination and oversight of work in one ~30MW building. The Lead Building Engineer will report to a Critical Operations Manager and will be expected to maintain a comprehensive understanding of the state of the data center.

Lead Building Engineer Responsibilities:

• Manage the work for a 30MW+ data center to ensure schedule deconfliction, work priority, maintenance compliance, procedural compliance, and team readiness
• Schedule and supervise vendors/subcontractors during equipment/systems maintenance and service
• Perform hands-on operations and maintenance which includes all physical and administrative operations tasks, service, and maintenance in accordance with site processes and procedures to ensure the highest levels of uptime, efficiency, and safety without disruption to the business
• Review all operating procedures, serve as final approval authority on some procedures based on internal standards
• Support incident management, root cause analysis, and corrective action closure for any operational issues that arise in the data center
• Achieve and maintain a high-level of technical knowledge regarding data center infrastructure and operations. Successfully complete personnel qualification standards (PQS) training.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of Meta policies and standards and follow standards in all work
• Provide in-the-field training to Critical Facility Engineers and support the identification of training needs across the team
• Ensure the accuracy of work orders in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Collaborate with peer LBEs to deconflict work across campus and maintain consistency in operations between buildings
• Provide technical expertise and assistance as required
• Regularly inspect equipment, buildings, safety routines and grounds to check or identify any abnormal or unsafe conditions or faults
• Troubleshoot, evaluate and recommend system upgrades
• Order parts and supplies for maintenance and repairs through internal tooling
• Escalate issues to facility management appropriately and timely
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years experience in electrical, HVAC, mechanical, controls, or other technical maintenance field
• Associate's degree in engineering plus 5+ years experience or Bachelor's degree in related field plus 3+ years experience in electrical, HVAC, mechanical, or controls will be considered in lieu of 7+ years experience
• Proficient with maintenance management programs
• Proficient with computer systems including documents, spreadsheets, and email
• Regularly walk job site areas of flat and uneven terrain
• Work at varying heights and from ladders
• Reach/push/pull with hands/arms/shoulders
• Capacity to move and perform essential tasks
• Lift and/or otherwise move 45 pounds or more
• Sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods of time
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience of a data center or other Critical Environment (pharma, clean room, medical, power production, etc.)
• Trade Certification or state licensure in Electrical or Mechanical (HVAC)
• Professional affiliations (7x24 exchange, IFMA, Data Center Pulse, etc.)
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and life safety monitoring and control systems typically used in critical environments
• Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings
• Experienced in diverse industries such as electrical generation, electrical distribution, cooling technologies, building control and fire protection systems.
  
  

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail].

$59.62/hour to $186,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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