Lead Critical Facility Engineer - Data Center Operations

Jobtailor; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in United States (Oregon) seeks a seasoned Critical Facilities Engineer to lead daily operations and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems within a data center. You will oversee HVAC, standby power, UPS, switchgear, and related infrastructure, while coordinating with contractors and management.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, preventive and corrective maintenance, on-call rotation, and driving cost-saving initiatives through performance analysis and technology

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with two years of technical school focused on mission-critical operations, industrial manufacturing, or relevant military operations experience in electrical and mechanical systems.
• 3–5 years of experience as a Critical Facilities Engineer or equivalent leadership experience in critical facilities.
• 3–5 years’ experience in data center engineering operations (DCEO), maintenance, and engineering supporting critical facilities operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of critical data center systems, including HVAC, standby emergency power, UPS, and related infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead Critical Facility Engineers in daily operations and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Maintain focus on assigned tasks while ensuring a strong commitment to safety.
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot critical facility systems.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple technical disciplines.
• Inspect and maintain HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Respond to facility emergencies, environmental issues, and air quality concerns.
• Create, track, and close work requests and work orders; verify completion of assigned work.
• Monitor contractor performance and recommend improvements as needed.
• Provide electrical, mechanical, controls, and water chemistry expertise for data center operations.
• Coordinate with management, contractors, and consultants on construction, commissioning, and system integration projects.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs and system commissioning activities.
• Drive operational efficiency through performance analysis, technology improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Manage electrical capacity and loading for data center white space and back-of-house systems.
• Support maintenance activities during non-standard hours as required.
• Oversee contractors performing critical maintenance on UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, and related systems.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergency situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or GED with two years of technical school

Job description

Jobtailor in United States (Oregon) seeks a seasoned Critical Facilities Engineer to lead daily operations and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems within a data center. You will oversee HVAC, standby power, UPS, switchgear, and related infrastructure, while coordinating with contractors and management.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, preventive and corrective maintenance, on-call rotation, and driving cost-saving initiatives through performance analysis and technology