Senior Data Center Mechanical Expert (HVAC & Cooling)

Meta; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 114,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is seeking a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert to support design, operation, and continuous improvement of mechanical systems across its global data center infrastructure.

You will be the technical authority on cooling infrastructure, HVAC, chilled water plants, CRAC, and precision cooling technologies, partnering with engineering, construction, and operations teams to drive system-level improvements and troubleshoot complex failures.

Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant mechanical industry experience or equivalent trade level experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field with 3+ years experience may be considered in lieu of 7+ years.
• Experience in critical environments.
• Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings.
• Understanding of mechanical plans, specs, and equipment shop drawings.
• Knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles.
• Theoretical and practical understanding of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Knowledge of procedures in critical facility operations.
• Familiarity with electrical, controls and fire/life safety systems.
• Experience in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as onsite technical resource for mechanical infrastructure with hands-on operation focus.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration between local mechanical teams and global teams.
• Contribute to the site mechanical safety program.
• Plan resources and approve work procedures for troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance.
• Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment.
• Oversee system configurations and upgrades, ensuring changes meet best practices and change control.
• Provide QA/QC oversight of construction projects and maintenance activities.
• Lead or participate in root-cause analyses in area of expertise.
• Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and cross-functional teams on equipment and procedures.
• Manage vendor relationships for maintenance and retrofit work.
• Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and electrical system design improvements.
• Travel expectations during onboarding and ongoing travel (~10-15%).

Skills

Critical environments experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Troubleshooting expertise

Mechanical systems knowledge

Field operations awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field with option to count 3+ years experience

Tools

Blueprints/CAD interpretation

Psychrometric charts knowledge

Refrigeration cycles understanding

Electrical/controls and life safety systems basics

Job description

Meta is seeking a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert to support design, operation, and continuous improvement of mechanical systems across its global data center infrastructure.

You will be the technical authority on cooling infrastructure, HVAC, chilled water plants, CRAC, and precision cooling technologies, partnering with engineering, construction, and operations teams to drive system-level improvements and troubleshoot complex failures.