Who are we?Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Manager, Capacity EngineerJob Summary:Oversees the team and is responsible for the accuracy of installations. Acts as the point of contact for critical issues.Responsibilities:Space Planning & DesignSME of complex and unique cage-cabinet design options that respond to customer requirements, Equinix requirements and physical site constraints, as well finding design solutions for issues that have escalated at high management levelProvides test-fits for new Data Center developments (FDC)Acts as a mentor to Senior Capacity Planner and below to solve complex space planning issuesMaximizes space utilization to develop the best design solutionPrepares notional Cage-Cabinet layouts, area calculations and diagrams for each individual data center and those sites that require Senior SME level supportProblem SolvingSolves complex, cross-functional issues with Business implications that span multiple groupsIdentifies and understands underlying issuesTakes the lead to solve issues with Business Leads and mitigate the risksData & Drawing ManagementWorks with site operations in conjunction of documentations of added infrastructure in facilities and any special / complex installation of customer cagesEnsures that AutoCAD drawings or alternative visualizations represent what is installed at the siteLeads site teams to ensure data and CAD drawings accurately reflect the site installationsLeads the investigation of complex data issues without supportCan deal with complex data errors for complex installations and involves business leads to mitigate risks and to solve Equinix most critical data errorsLeads/coaches others to solve special/complex drawing management issuesCollaborationActs as senior advisor and provides direction to entry and intermediate planners as required to analyze and resolve out-of-process technical problemsMonitors workload and redistributes tasks as required to meet deadlinesCoordinates with various departments for the monthly reporting of capacity trends, availability and accuracy of records for the siteProposes changesCapacity Feasibility & OptimizationMakes recommendations to Data Center business owners to optimize Data Center efficiency and utilizationProactively leads the business to solve complex problemsProject ManagementInitiate plan and deliver capacity related projects aligned with strategic objective and key resultsDevelop implementation approach and success metrics, KPI'sCoordinate team and be responsible for stakeholder management associated with the project.Qualifications:Ideally proven years of related experienceIntrinsic motivation to lead and support a teamBachelors or masters degree or equivalent experienceAccomplishment to work and integrate in a diverse team where people appreciate and support each otherAbility use AutoCAD 2D.Driver to understand the background and consequences of actions in a bigger pictureMotivation to directly engage with different stakeholders Identify, analyse, prioritize and solve challenges where different stakeholder needs are competingAbove all, a great willingness to learn more and grow in this role and as a personGood English language communication and writing skillsBasic understanding of the data center business & technical knowledgeKnowledge to handle databases & CRM softwareIdeally knowledge in agile working & agile working tools (optimally Jira)Ideally knowledge in CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics)Knowledge and experience with excel, PowerPoint and outlookEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form. Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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