Data Center Chief Engineer

hace 2 meses


Santiago, Chile Salute A tiempo completo

Across the data center industry – from deployment, through operations and maintenance, to decommissioning – Salute Mission Critical is the industry leader of delivering global data center services executed with military precision.

At Salute, we don't have employees. We have team members. It's our culture, and it's a significant driver of the success we're able to deliver for our clients. This team-oriented culture is defined by transparent communication, collaborative development and deployment of procedures and best practices, a customer service mindset both internally and externally, and a strong commitment to safety.

Job Description:

Data Center Chief Engineer

The Data Center Chief Engineer is a Subject Matter Expert on the mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety and ancillary systems within the data centre. They are responsible for ensuring all technical drawings and information accurately reflect the installed infrastructure and for certifying the safe and non-service affecting operation of the site.  In addition to being the technical expert the role involves training the site engineers on the engineering systems to achieve the required competency level for their role. Other responsibilities include planned preventative maintenance, vendor management and client reports.  

Data center equipment that supports mission-critical servers must maintain better than 99.999% uptime. This equipment includes, but is not limited to, standby diesel generators, switchgear, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, chillers, cooling towers, chemical treatment systems, pumps, motors, VFDs, DRUPs, fire and building automation systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Own, develop and implement all technical processes and procedures to ensure safe and non-service affecting operation of the site
  • Lead root cause investigation of system failures and produce the associated technical reports
  • Principle representative for specialist vendor engagements i.e. review and approve technical failure reports, risk assessments and method statements
  • Develop and deliver a team training programme for the engineering systems
  • Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions in facilities systems
  • Complete planned and ad-hoc preventive maintenance work assignments requiring the skill and direction of several engineering, mechanical, and maintenance trades
  • Conduct periodic inspections of building engineering systems ensuring their correct operational status and operating within the design capacity, i.e., HVAC, electrical distribution
  • Rapid response, investigation, and management of indoor emergency situations and air quality complaints
  • Have a complete working knowledge on creating, closing and tracking "work requests" (WR). Initiate or respond to work orders, follow-up and verify completion of work
  • Monitor performance/note deficiencies of service contractors and recommend changes as necessary
  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

Skills & Experience:

  • Significant & proven experience (likely 10-15 years +) in the operation, installation and maintenance of data center critical equipment, building systems with in-depth technical understanding and knowledge of all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and control systems
  • A Mechanical or Electrical Engineer Degree, or a proven progressive engineering career in Data Center power and cooling technologies
  • Expert knowledge of the electrical and mechanical systems used in a data center environment, including Feeders, Transformers, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, ATS/STS units, PDU/PMM units, Chillers, Air handling units, RCU, BMS, Fire detection and extinguish systems Room
  • Hold current certificates for low and high voltage switching
  • Proven observation skills and problem-solving ability
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English is required

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 40lbs.
  • Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs to access elevated equipment
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time in various work environments
  • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment related tasks
  • Basic physical fitness to respond quickly to emergency situations and navigate areas quickly
  • Ability to move quickly and efficiently withing various work environments to troubleshoot issues or respond to emergencies.
  • Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for working with small components and connectors
  • Clear vision, with or without correction, to perform tasks requiring attention to detail and precision while wearing safety glasses
  • Ability to differentiate between color-coded warning signs, labels, and cables
  • Ability to work in environments with a wide variety temperature inside a facility
  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, or snow
  • Capability to work in environments with elevated noise levels while wearing hearing protection
  • Possession of a valid driver's license for work-related travel, as required

If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for data center services and a knack for building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you. Join us in revolutionizing the data center industry and apply today

Salute is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.



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