Senior Mechanical & Electrical Engineer

Who are we?Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 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.Job SummaryAs a Senior M & E Engineer at Equinix, you will support the facility teams by providing technical knowledge across HV & LV systems data hall cooling, controls and safe systems of work.This will be a challenging yet rewarding role as it will give you a chance to become a specialist in Data Centre Mechanical and Electrical infrastructure; working in an experienced team and with design engineers, technical facilities teams, operations engineers and other internal staff on the design, specification, installation, testing and maintenance of new and existing systems.ResponsibilitiesTechnical SupportProvides the team with technical support and adviceActs as SME and provides training to team members as necessaryHV Authorisations – assist/prepare potential APsPrepare Critical Switching plansMonitor potential phase build overload scenariosMonitor infrastructure load redundancy/resilienceManage Phase build impact on existing DC infrastructureWitness ISTs and testing on new infrastructureAssist in the development and training of TechniciansAttends vendor Factory and Site Acceptance tests reporting any issuesAttend design meetings for new and enhancement projectsReportingReviews specialist contractual reports and activitiesSite MaintenanceEnsure preventative maintenance is performed in accordance with company standards and proceduresAssess Adherence to PolicyEnsure all repairs performed on all Data Center infrastructure are according to the manufacturer’s guidelines and best practicesProblem SolvingAids in root cause analysis and in repair of failed componentsInvestigate and establish RCAs after major incidentsCollaborationLiaises with regional construction or design teams on design changesAdvise Project Managers and Facilities on critical infrastructure worksDesignValidates design criteria for new principal power installations (e.g. single power source)QualificationsExtensive experience in mission critical environment in HV EngineeringStrong HV and LV switching and controlsSelf-starter and self-motivatedOperational experience - hands on experience in M&E EngineeringBachelor Degree or apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering preferredWhy should you apply? / What we can offer youCompetitive Salary25 days holiday plus Bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase moreInsurance and Health: Life Assurance, Income Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Private Healthcare, Eye Care Coverage and Gymflex MembershipInvestment: Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Company Pension PlanTravel: Cycle to Work Scheme and Annual Season Ticket LoanFamily: Childcare Vouchers and Merlin Entertainment PassDevelopment Opportunities: Excellent growth and advancement opportunitiesEquinix 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.