Lead Critical Facilities Engineer, Data Center Ops

Salute; Afton (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 company-paid holidays

2 floating holidays

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA

401(k) with 100% vesting

3% employer match and 50% next 2%

Gym discounts

Legal services

Home & auto insurance

Pet insurance

ID theft protection

Job summary

Salute is seeking a Critical Facilities Lead Engineer in Afton, TX to act as the on-site technical authority for data center operations. You will manage maintenance, safety, and performance, reporting to site leadership while coordinating with vendors and internal teams.

The role requires hands-on leadership, CMMS mastery, and deep knowledge of electrical/mechanical systems, with a focus on reliability and customer service. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in mission-critical mechanical/electrical environments.
• Experience in data center operations and infrastructure management.
• Knowledge of UPS, generators, cooling, and fire/life safety.
• Formal electrical training and QQI Level 6 certs.
• AP15 training and HV Authorized Person experience.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical diagrams.
• Experience with maintenance systems and RAMS/MOPs.
• Strong organizational skills and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Technical Operations Site Team.
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance on building services.
• Utilize CMMS for work orders and reporting.
• Coordinate with internal engineers and third-party specialists.
• Monitor SLA/KPI and incident management.
• Issue permits and perform safe isolations as HV Authorized Person.
• Develop SOPs and emergency procedures.
• Conduct statutory compliance testing and resolve nonconformances.
• Oversee contractors including RAMS and MOP adherence.
• Support planning with Technical Ops team.
• Participate in site Training and development.

Skills

Leadership

CMMS proficiency

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Data center operations

Safety compliance

Vendor coordination

Education

City & Guilds Electrical Training

QQI Level 6 Advanced Craft Certificate (Electrical)

AP15 training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Salute is seeking a Critical Facilities Lead Engineer in Afton, TX to act as the on-site technical authority for data center operations. You will manage maintenance, safety, and performance, reporting to site leadership while coordinating with vendors and internal teams.

The role requires hands-on leadership, CMMS mastery, and deep knowledge of electrical/mechanical systems, with a focus on reliability and customer service. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided.