Senior Data Center Facility Engineer – 24/7 Critical Ops

Gilder Search Group

Ashburn, Northern (VA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Pkaza LLC is sourcing a Senior Data Center Facility Engineer for Ashburn, VA to oversee 7x24x365 operations. The role focuses on maintaining critical facilities, electrical and mechanical systems, and ensuring adherence to SOPs. Night shifts offer a differential; day shifts are also available.

The candidate will coordinate with vendors and drive maintenance projects. Responsibilities include diagnostics, maintenance planning, CMMS management, and performance reporting to support mission-critical

Qualifications

5–8+ years in Critical Facilities Operations or equivalent.
Experience with Electrical and Mechanical / HVAC equipment (UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs, CRAH/CRAC, cooling systems).
Military veteran experience in electrical/mechanical fields is a plus (Navy Nukes, Seabees, etc.).
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with various computer systems and building monitoring/control systems.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and run diagnostics on critical facilities equipment in the data center.
Prepare analyses and reports; develop project plans and briefings.
Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors as needed.
Operate and service critical systems including low/medium voltage switchgear, gensets, UPS, PDU, BMS.
Ensure MOPs/SOPs are followed and updated.
Assist with CMMS database management.