Lead Critical Facilities Engineer, Data Center Ops

Prime Data Centers; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision, life insured

Job summary

Prime Data Centers seeks a Chief, Critical Facilities Engineer to lead and execute the electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety management of its data-center assets. You will own preventive maintenance, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with onsite teams and vendors on critical infrastructure projects.

The role requires a strong background in data center mechanical/electrical systems, NFPA/OSHA compliance, and the ability to train technicians while driving safety and reliability across

Qualifications

• Technical college degree or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of data center experience or equivalent.
• CPR/First Aid and NFPA 70E Certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in a data center.
• Operate independently with limited direct management.
• Serve as escalation point for facilities-related issues.
• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Troubleshoot and report facility and server-level events within SLA.
• Create and deploy new standard practices for technicians and vendors.
• Provide training to Critical Operations Technicians.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed by vendors and staff.
• Communicate complex technical information to non-technical audiences.

Skills

Electrical design

Mechanical design

NFPA codes

PLC/relay logic

VFD drives

HVAC

Water treatment

MS Office

OSHA safety

Leadership

Education

Technical college degree

NFPA 70E Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification

Tools

BMS/EPMS

Job description

Prime Data Centers seeks a Chief, Critical Facilities Engineer to lead and execute the electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety management of its data-center assets. You will own preventive maintenance, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with onsite teams and vendors on critical infrastructure projects.

The role requires a strong background in data center mechanical/electrical systems, NFPA/OSHA compliance, and the ability to train technicians while driving safety and reliability across