Senior Critical Facilities Engineer

Who are we?

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 Data Centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

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 Summary

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced individual for the role of Senior Critical Facilities Engineer. In this role, you will use your years of relevant experience to take a leading position within the team and use your technical expertise to guide and develop others. You will act as a support for your supervisors and lead by example, playing the pivotal role of coach to those who need it on the team. 

Your key responsibilities are to maintain and ensure the technical operation of all key infrastructure within the Equinix Data Centres, ensuring that preventive and corrective maintenance is carried out in a timely and correct manner. You will work closely with subcontractors and be a point of technical reference for those around you. 

If you are a motivated and focused professional who thrives on change,  on troubleshooting complex issues, and analysing logs and diagnostics tools to resolve power/cooling, hardware/software issues, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

This is a 24/7 position, therefore in this role you will be working shift work (including nights).

What will you do?

• Facility Infrastructure Maintenance: Ensure the seamless operation of our facility infrastructure through diligent maintenance practices.
• Site Inspections & Monitoring: Conduct regular site inspections and monitor building and data centre alarms to ensure optimal performance.
• Preventative Maintenance: Oversee and execute hands on preventative maintenance on site infrastructure, either directly or through vendor management, including managing the permit to work system. (UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life safety systems. HV switching experience preferred)
• Repairs & Corrective Maintenance: Perform and manage repairs and corrective maintenance on critical equipment to maintain uninterrupted service.
• Planned Maintenance: Prepare and execute planned maintenance activities to ensure the reliability of our infrastructure.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive site logs and data records, including MOPs (Method of Procedure) and scripts.
• Incident Response: Assist senior staff in responding to on-site incidents and take initiative in handling basic incidents based on your expertise.
• Work Requests & Installations: Complete basic work requests and circuit installations efficiently.
• Infrastructure Projects: Participate actively in ongoing infrastructure projects to enhance our facilities.
• Works Projects: Execute works projects to improve site functionality.
• Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Be skilled in troubleshooting complex issues that may arise within the Data Center. To analyse system logs and use diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues related to power, cooling, or hardware/software failures.

Who are you?

• Educational Background: ONC/BTEC/NVQ or equivalent qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: Previous experience in data centre environment or a closely transitional industry.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of critical infrastructure, including UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life safety systems. HV switching experience is needed and you would have been an HVAP.
• Personal Attributes: Self-motivated, flexible, and capable of working independently or as part of a team. Willingness to work shifts (days, nights & weekends)

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package.
• Generous Leave: 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days (pro rata for shift positions).
• Comprehensive Insurance & Health Benefits: Life Assurance, Income Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Private Healthcare, Eye Care Coverage, and Gymflex Membership.
• Investment Opportunities: Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Company Pension Plan.
• Travel Benefits: Cycle to Work Scheme and Annual Season Ticket Loan.
• Career Growth: Excellent opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
• Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix 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.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix 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.