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Summary:

Meta is seeking a data center Mechanical Subject Matter Expert to join 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 Mechanical Subject Matter Expert will be a part of the facility operations team and will be responsible for being the mechanical system technical operations expert. The candidate will need to have a broad understanding of mechanical system and equipment function and will be responsible for procedure-based mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The Mechanical Subject Matter Expert will need to be experienced in a range of technologies such as chiller systems, evaporative cooling, DX cooling, water distribution and treatment, emergency diesel generators, fire suppression systems, and have a working knowledge of building automation systems and electrical distribution.

Required Skills:

Mechanical Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities:

1. Serve as primary on-site technical resource as part of a team of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical/field application

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

3. Contribute to mechanical safety program for site

4. Plan resource, author or approve work procedures to cover mechanical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing & mitigating personnel and critical systems and operational risk

5. Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment

6. Oversee mechanical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity is maintained and that all modifications to existing systems comply with best practices, including change control processes

7. Author or approve work procedures to cover mechanical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing & mitigating personnel and system risk

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

9. Lead and/or participate in root cause analysis activities in area of expertise

10. Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross functional teams on mechanical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes to include mechanical/fire & life safety/industrial water equipment/systems and procedures

11. Manage vendor relationships for mechanical system maintenance and retrofit work

12. Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global mechanical system design improvements

13. Travel expectations can be significant during the first 1-3 months for initial training and onboarding. After initial onboarding, travel expectations are 10-15%. and then ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, training, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

14. 7+ years relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experience

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

16. Experience in critical environments

17. Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings

18. Significant experience in comprehending mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings

19. Working knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles

20. Theoretical & practical understanding of mechanical equipment & systems, with expertise in mechanical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction

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

22. Working knowledge of electrical, control and fire / life safety systems

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

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

24. Experience in data center industry

25. Familiarity with ASHRAE standards

26. Trade Certification or state license in Mechanical (HVAC)

27. Equipment field service engineering or representative experience

Public Compensation:

$110,000/year to $156,000/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].