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Summary:

Meta is seeking a data center Lead Electrical Subject Matter Expert for our Data Center Facility Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our systems operate to meet the demands of our customers. The Lead Electrical Subject Matter Expert will be a part of the Facility Operations team and will lead and manage a team of electrical SMEs who are the data center electrical system technical operations experts. The Lead Electrical Subject Matter Expert will need to have a broad understanding of electrical system and equipment function and will be responsible for procedure-based electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The candidate will need to be experienced in Low Voltage & Medium Voltage power distribution, electrical protection & controls systems, UPS and battery systems, electrical testing, applicable electrical codes and standards, and have a basic understanding of mechanical systems. In addition to technical capability, this candidate will be equipped with leadership and management skills that will be essential for team alignment to global strategies.

Required Skills:

Lead Electrical Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities:

1. Hire, develop, mentor, and manage an onsite team of electrical subject matter experts, including performance and HR aspects

2. Ensure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between local electrical team and applicable local and global teams

3. Serve as an onsite technical/consultative resource of electrical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical/field application

4. Contribute to electrical safety program for site

5. Plan, resource, author or approve work packages to cover electrical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing & mitigating personnel and system risk

6. Support the full lifecycle of work management responsibilities for electrical systems including work planning, approval, execution, and closeout.

7. Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of electrical equipment

8. Oversee electrical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity is maintained and that all modifications to existing systems are in compliance with best practices, including change control processes

9. Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of construction projects & maintenance activity

10. Lead and/or participate in root-cause analysis activities in area of expertise, specifically electrical infrastructure systems and equipment

11. Review operating equipment data for electrical system health through on going monitoring of electrical building systems for abnormal operating trends to mitigate and prevent equipment failures to ensure continuous operation and reliability.

12. Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross functional teams on electrical equipment/systems, procedures, and changes

13. Other duties as required to support the operation of Meta data centers.

14. Manage vendor relationships for electrical maintenance and retrofit work

15. Provide feedback on global electrical maintenance strategies and global electrical system design improvements

16. Travel expectations: Can be significant during first 1-3 months for initial training/onboarding and then ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

17. 8+ years relevant electrical industry experience or electrical trade level experience

18. Bachelor’s degree in related field plus 3+ years relevant electrical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ year electrical industry experience

19. 3+ years in team management

20. Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work

21. Expansive theoretical & practical understanding of power equipment & systems, with expertise in electrical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction

22. Significant experience in comprehending electrical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings

23. Working knowledge of mechanical, controls, and life safety monitoring systems typically used in critical environments

24. Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings

25. Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment

26. Proficient with computer systems including documents, spreadsheets, and email

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

27. 7+ years experience in a data center or other critical environment

28. 7+ years in team management

29. NETA or NICET electrical testing experience/certifications

30. Equipment field service engineering experience

31. Experience in instrumentation & control, power system protection, power automation, etc.

32. Experience in high Voltage (up to 345kV) equipment construction, operation, and maintenance

33. Trade Certification or state license as an electrician

Public Compensation:

$133,000/year to $190,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

**Industry:** Internet

Equal Opportunity:

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].