Spécialiste en HVAC

Cologix•Montreal, QC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cologix is seeking an HVAC Specialist to serve as a technical expert and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for HVAC systems within its hyperscale data center critical infrastructure. This role combines in-depth field expertise with strategic contribution to HVAC system performance, reliability, and overall site energy efficiency. The individual will support operations in a 24/7 high-availability environment. This is a new position expected to evolve gradually based on operational needs, infrastructure maturity, and organizational growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. An equivalent combination of training and significant experience in critical HVAC systems will also be considered.
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in supporting and operating critical HVAC infrastructure, ideally in data centers, healthcare facilities, pharmaceutical, telecommunications facilities, or other critical environments.
Demonstrated ability to combine strategic analysis with field intervention.
Ability to effectively manage and prioritize tasks in a dynamic, high-availability environment.
Availability and willingness to travel between our 3 data centers, as operational needs require.
Autonomy, rigor, professionalism, and strong technical credibility.
Knowledge of English is required for this position, particularly as you will be required to communicate frequently with other employees as well as with Cologix clients and/or suppliers located outside of Quebec.

Responsibilities

Act as a technical reference within the team.
Intervene in the field when advanced diagnostics, incidents, and critical situations require it.
Ensure the performance and reliability of HVAC systems including CRAC, DX units, MUA, ventilation, humidification, etc.
Validate, optimize, and recommend adjustments to HVAC control sequences.
Analyze the energy performance of infrastructures.
Identify, recommend, and prioritize initiatives aimed at improving PUE.
Ensure HVAC systems meet the required service levels according to SLAs with our clients.
Support operational activities including planned maintenance, resilience testing, cutovers, and commissioning.
Participate in root cause analyses (RCA) and the implementation of corrective actions following incidents.
Contribute to the implementation of HVAC standards and industry best practices (ASHRAE, Uptime Institute, etc.).
Participate in infrastructure expansion, modernization, and evolution projects.
Maintain clear, structured, and up-to-date technical documentation.
Be available in case of emergency.
Perform all other related tasks.