Sr. Critical Facility Engineer

Salute Inc.•Gainesville, VA

17h•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 to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights. Salute Benefits That Put You First We know life doesn’t stop when work begins, that’s why we offer perks designed to support your well-being, your family, and your future: Time to Recharge: Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1. Coverage begins the first of the month following 30-days of employment. Peace of Mind: The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package. Your financial future matters: Enjoy our employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%. Wellness Support: Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts—because your health matters. Extra Protection & Perks: Through discounted group programs, such as legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, and ID theft protection for life’s unexpected moments. ---------------------------------------- Work Schedule: Saturday - Sunday | 7:00pm-7:00am | Shift Differential Senior CFEs are the first line of supervision and leadership within our operations department. Senior CFEs run our data center critical infrastructure 24/7/365 with 100% uptime and are the first responders to protect facility reliability. This is a hands-on professional role which combines robust engineering analysis with surgically precise trade work. The ideal candidate for this role is dedicated to lifelong learning, takes ownership of their work, and exemplifies integrity in all that they do. 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

ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology; or
Journeyman or Master license in the HVAC or electrical trade; or
2 years of experience in one of the mission-critical engineering operations roles below
U.S. Navy Nuclear Power Program
U.S. Army Prime Power Program
U.S. military aviation maintenance supervisor (E-6 to E-9 or commissioned officer)
NERC System Operator (RC, BT, TO, or BI)
Reactor Operator (RO) or Senior Reactor Operator (SRO)
Data center Critical Facility Engineer

Nice To Haves

Experience performing electrical, mechanical, and control system operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
Ability to interpret schematics and technical drawings.
Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, controls, and fire suppression/alarm systems associated with mission critical environments.
Experience working in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
Familiarity with NFPA, ASHRAE, IEC, and IEEE standards.

Responsibilities

Supervise, lead, and train CFEs.
Become a recognized expert within your area of specialization.
Perform electrical, mechanical, and control system maintenance and operations with strict adherence to operating procedures (SOP/MOP/EOP).
Coordinate, supervise, and monitor activities from a 24/7/365 Facility Operations Center (FOC).
Dispatch peers to investigate or respond to alerts from the FOC.
Support FOC dispatch requests in the field.
Supervise contractors, trade workers, and other vendors.
Perform facility inspections.
Participate in the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process for events, faults, and issues.
Drive continuous improvement efforts on the programs and processes which are managed by the data center operations department.
Complete a rigorous 8-month Critical Facility Engineering certification program.
Foster a collaborative team culture built on mutual respect and a shared mission to be the best data center operators in our industry.

Benefits

Time to Recharge: Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1. Coverage begins the first of the month following 30-days of employment.
Peace of Mind: The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.
Your financial future matters: Enjoy our employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.
Wellness Support: Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts—because your health matters.
Extra Protection & Perks: Through discounted group programs, such as legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, and ID theft protection for life’s unexpected moments.

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