Facilities Engineer

Crusoe•Reno, NV

2d•$110,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Crusoe is looking for a skilled Facilities Engineer to join their team at their Sparks, NV data center. In this role, you will be responsible for the physical infrastructure that ensures the AI compute environment runs at peak performance. This includes managing mechanical and electrical systems, HVAC, cooling, and building management. You will collaborate with data center operations, construction, and energy teams to guarantee the facility meets high uptime and efficiency standards. This is a hands-on, high-impact position for individuals who excel in a fast-paced, mission-driven setting and want to be at the forefront of AI infrastructure.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in facilities engineering, data center operations, or critical infrastructure environments
Hands-on knowledge of electrical systems (medium and low voltage), UPS/PDU systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches (ATS)
Experience with mechanical/cooling systems including CRAC/CRAH units, chilled water plants, cooling towers, and precision air systems
Familiarity with BMS/DCIM platforms for monitoring and control
Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, OSHA)
Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment documentation
Strong troubleshooting skills and sound judgment under pressure
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Experience in hyperscale or colocation data center environments
Familiarity with DCIM tools (e.g., Sunbird, Nlyte, or similar)
OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training
Experience with commissioning (Cx) and integrated systems testing (IST)
Knowledge of energy efficiency practices in data center environments (PUE optimization, free cooling, etc.)

Responsibilities

Own day-to-day operations, maintenance, and performance of all facility systems including electrical distribution (UPS, PDUs, switchgear, generators), HVAC, cooling/chiller plants, and building management systems (BMS)
Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs; track and resolve facility work orders through completion
Monitor facility health via DCIM and BMS platforms; identify anomalies and respond rapidly to minimize downtime
Partner with construction and capital projects teams on facility expansions, retrofits, and equipment upgrades — including scope development, vendor coordination, and commissioning
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal codes including NEC, OSHA, and applicable fire/life safety regulations
Maintain critical documentation including single-line diagrams, equipment logs, maintenance records, and SOPs
Coordinate with third-party contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance, inspections, and emergency response
Support capacity planning efforts by tracking power, cooling, and space utilization
Participate in the on-call rotation to support 24/7 critical facility operations
Champion a culture of safety by enforcing lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures and other electrical safety protocols