Senior Data Center Engineer & Operations Leader

Aligned Data Centers, LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Aligned Data Centers, LLC in Sterling, VA seeks a Chief Engineer to provide senior technical leadership and operational oversight for mission-critical facilities. You will bridge shift operations and site leadership, ensuring procedural integrity, risk mitigation, and continuity across electrical, mechanical, fire/life safety, and BMS systems.

You will mentor LCFTs and CFMTs, oversee change management, and coordinate vendor activities while driving training, audits, and continuous improvement in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline).
• Equivalent industry experience (10+ years in data center operations) may substitute for formal education.
• 5+ years in data center operations or critical facilities management, including multi-site responsibility.
• Demonstrated success in operational leadership, risk management, and technical training delivery.
• Experience developing and executing onboarding or technical programs within infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level technical oversight for critical facility systems (electrical, UPS, generators, HVAC, BMS).
• Review and validate Change Requests prior to approval.
• Ensure work adheres to SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, and change management procedures.
• Lead RCA investigations after incidents.
• Coordinate maintenance, vendor work, and projects to maintain continuity.
• Maintain site safety and regulatory compliance; conduct risk assessments.
• Stop unsafe work and escalate safety concerns; respond to emergencies.
• Coordinate with LCFTs for OCC coverage during critical events.
• Support audits and corrective actions (AMMO).
• Mentor LCFTs, CFTs, and CFMTs; support hiring and training.

Job description

Aligned Data Centers, LLC in Sterling, VA seeks a Chief Engineer to provide senior technical leadership and operational oversight for mission-critical facilities. You will bridge shift operations and site leadership, ensuring procedural integrity, risk mitigation, and continuity across electrical, mechanical, fire/life safety, and BMS systems.

You will mentor LCFTs and CFMTs, oversee change management, and coordinate vendor activities while driving training, audits, and continuous improvement in