Mechanical Engineer - HVAC Data Center Design

Mechanical Engineer - HVAC Data Center DesignEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 245+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.We are a fast-growing global company with 70+ quarters of growth. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,000+ networks and 3,000 cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents.  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 SummaryPerforms the planning, system design, system implementation, system maintenance and support for Equinix Data Centers. Lead small to medium-scale projects and the rollout of engineering initiatives. Assists with the development and implementation of engineering design standards, policies and procedures. Effectively interacts with other internal and external teams, including the design engineering, site engineering, construction management and regional operations teams, onsite support vendors and consultants on projects, policies and procedures. Plans and directs day to day operations and strategic direction of delivery of either a Construction project or delivery of operations for an IBX facility.ResponsibilitiesProject ManagementLeads and manages a project or other design and engineering initiativesProvides guidance and project leadership in ensuring project or other design and engineering initiatives are meeting or exceeding company expectationsSystem Operation and Work Practices (incl Capacity Planning)Expert operating knowledge of engineering systems to include advanced diagnostics and repairsAbility to apply knowledge of Equinix processes and procedures and industry standards to resolve non-routine issuesUtilizes safe working practices at an expert level (e.g. can apply procedure for lockout/tag out, can explain MSDS, etc.)Evaluates and assures the safe working practices of othersInteracts with other engineering, design and construction disciplinesWorks with the capacity and site engineering teams to resolve power and/or cooling limitations and optimize resource utilizationLeadership and Communications (incl Vendor Mgmt)Contributes to mentoring junior team membersDirects all internal and external project team membersDirects external vendors per project or initiative such as general contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, etc.Expert level communication to include cross-functional SOP development and relevant technical writingInteractions are primarily to exchange information between departments within the organizationIncludes executive level communications in standardized templatesPolicy & Procedure Development and AdherenceContributes to creating and maintaining best in class policies and proceduresParticipates in review of policy and procedure documentsDevelops policy documents with the input of othersAssures adherence to developed standards and policy through review of documentation, participation in commissioning activities, design summits and IBX physicalsProblem SolvingConsistently solves complex, cross-functional issues requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolveMakes recommendations for system level enhancements to eliminate potential problemsTests suitability of components or action plans for deploymentsQualificationsKnowledge of Data Center Mechanical DesignEfficiency and data modelingStrong MS Excel skills for data modelingExperience developing and managing projects with internal and external stakeholdersBachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experienceBi-lingual Spanish/English7+ Years of related experience in a critical facility or data center environmentThe targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:San Francisco, CA / Bay Area:  $106,000 to $188,000California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state:  $98,000 to $175,000Colorado, Nevada, Rhode Island:  $89,000 to $159,000Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Company benefits for the U.S. are subject to eligibility requirements and include Medical, TeleMedicine, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D insurance, 401K, leave of absence and disability benefits, paid time off, holidays, and more.Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you need assistance in applying for an open position, you may send an email to Staffing@equinix.com. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.Learn more about Equinix:Who We AreMagic of EquinixStay connected: LinkedIn , YouTube , Facebook , TwitterEquinix 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.  (Equal Opportunity / AA / Disabled / Veterans Employer (U.S.)).