Lead Electrical Subject Matter Expert

Meta Platforms, Inc.•Jeffersonville, IN

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Meta is seeking a data center Lead Electrical Subject Matter Expert for our Data Center Facility Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our systems operate to meet the demands of our customers. The Lead Electrical Subject Matter Expert will be a part of the Facility Operations team and will lead and manage a team of electrical SMEs who are the data center electrical system technical operations experts. The Lead Electrical Subject Matter Expert will need to have a broad understanding of electrical system and equipment function and will be responsible for procedure-based electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The candidate will need to be experienced in Low Voltage & Medium Voltage power distribution, electrical protection & controls systems, UPS and battery systems, electrical testing, applicable electrical codes and standards, and have a basic understanding of mechanical systems. In addition to technical skills, this candidate will be equipped with leadership and management skills that will be essential for team alignment to global strategies.

Requirements

8+ years relevant electrical industry experience or electrical trade level experience
Bachelor's degree in related field plus 3+ years relevant electrical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ year electrical industry experience
3+ years in team management
In depth understanding of critical facility operations and procedure-based work environments
Comprehensive knowledge of power equipment and systems, including design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and construction
Proficiency in interpreting electrical plans, specifications, and shop drawings
Familiarity with mechanical, controls, and life safety monitoring systems used in critical environments
Experience with blueprint/CAD drawing interpretation
Work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
Proficient in computer systems, including document management, spreadsheets, and email

Nice To Haves

Equipment field service engineering experience
Experience in high Voltage (up to 345kV) equipment construction, operation, and maintenance
Experience in instrumentation & control, power system protection, power automation, etc
Trade Certification or state license as an electrician
7+ years experience in a data center or other critical environment
NETA or NICET electrical testing experience/certifications

Responsibilities

Hire, develop, mentor, and manage an onsite team of electrical subject matter experts, overseeing performance and HR aspects
Ensure effective collaboration between local electrical teams and applicable local and global teams
Serve as an onsite technical/consultative resource for electrical infrastructure systems and equipment, with a focus on practical application
Contribute to the development and implementation of the site's electrical safety program
Plan, resource, author, or approve work packages for electrical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, assessing and mitigating personnel and system risk
Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of electrical equipment
Manage electrical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity and compliance with best practices
Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of construction projects and maintenance activities
Lead and/or participate in root-cause analysis activities related to electrical infrastructure systems and equipment
Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross-functional teams on electrical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes
Review operating equipment data for electrical system health, monitoring for abnormal trends to mitigate and prevent equipment failures
Manage vendor relationships for electrical maintenance and retrofit work
Provide feedback on global electrical maintenance strategies and global electrical system design improvements
Significant travel may be required during the first 1-3 months for initial training/onboarding, with ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, and other business needs