Critical Facility Engineer (Shift Lead)

Salute•Forest Grove, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sr. Critical Facility Engineer (Shift Lead) to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights. The Senior Critical Facility Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center operate at peak efficiency and the utmost levels of reliability. This involves both planned preventative maintenance of equipment, daily corrective work, and response to emergency issues. The Senior Critical Facility Engineer is our front line when it comes to hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting. They are expected to be a singular focal point for all facility operations within a given data center. Data center equipment that supports mission-critical servers must maintain better than 99.999% uptime. This equipment includes, but is not limited to standby diesel generators, related fuel systems, electrical switchgear, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, related thermal management equipment and systems, chemical treatment systems (where applicable), pumps, motors, VFDs, and building automation systems. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties and responsibilities listed below with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent with two years of technical school with an emphasis 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 other relevant critical facility infrastructure leadership experience.
3 - 5 years’ experience in data center engineering operations (DCEO), maintenance, and engineering supporting critical facilities operations, required.
Demonstrated, working technical knowledge and understanding of critical data center systems, including HVAC, standby emergency power, uninterruptible power supplies, and associated infrastructure.
Ability to conduct power- and thermal system capacity, safety, and code compliance assessments.
Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA 25 and compliance issues
Hands-on experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting large commercial and industrial electrical systems including: Medium-voltage switchgear, 480/277 Volt and 208/120-volt, electrical generation and distribution systems, Diesel powered AC generators, Static UPS systems (where applicable), Dynamic Rotary UPS Systems (where applicable), Multi-string flooded cell batteries and monitoring systems, Static switches, PLC and relay logic controls, Power monitoring systems, Data center power distribution and management systems
Current knowledge of NFPA Electrical, Fire and Life Safety and building codes, or local regulatory equivalent within the location of the data center.
Expert knowledge in industrial safety best practices (i.e., lockout/tag out, arc flash protection, OSHA, and state regulations)
Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 40lbs.
Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs to access elevated equipment
Ability to stand for long periods of time in various work environments
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment related tasks
Basic physical fitness to respond quickly to emergency situations and navigate areas quickly
Ability to move quickly and efficiently withing various work environments to troubleshoot issues or respond to emergencies.
Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for working with small components and connectors
Clear vision, with or without correction, to perform tasks requiring attention to detail and precision while wearing safety glasses
Ability to differentiate between color-coded warning signs, labels, and cables
Ability to work in environments with a wide variety temperature inside a facility
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, or snow
Capability to work in environments with elevated noise levels while wearing hearing protection
Possession of a valid driver’s license for work-related travel, as required

Nice To Haves

Strong background in operating mechanical and electrical critical systems, design review, layout, installation, including the ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical one lines.

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 activities 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.

Benefits

8 company-paid holidays
2 floating holidays
PTO
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting
3% employer match on 401(K)
50% match on the next 2% of 401(K)
HSA
Mental health resources
Gym discounts
Discounted group programs (legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, ID theft protection)