Meta is seeking a data center Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) 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 SME 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 diverse 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.

Responsibilities

Serve as an onsite technical resource of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical field operation
Ensure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between local mechanical team and applicable local and global teams
Contribute to mechanical safety program for site
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
Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of mechanical equipment
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
Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) oversight of construction projects and maintenance activities
Participate in root-cause analysis activities in area of expertise
Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross functional teams on mechanical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes to include mechanical/fire & life safety/water equipment/systems and procedures
Manage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit work
Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global mechanical system design improvements
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

8+ years of relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade-level experience
Bachelor’s degree or trade certification in related field plus 4+ years relevant mechanical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 8+ years relevant mechanical industry experience
Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work
Working knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles
Theoretical and practical understanding of mechanical equipment and systems, with expertise in mechanical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction
Working knowledge of electrical, control and fire / life safety systems
Experience in interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings
Significant experience in comprehending mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings
Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment
Experience in critical environments

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with ASHRAE standards
Trade certification or state license in Mechanical (HVAC)
Experience in the data center industry
Equipment field service engineering or representative experience

$143,000/year to $198,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

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Mechanical Subject Matter Expert, Data Center Operations