Position Title: CHIEF ENGINEER - LIQUID COOLING Pay Grade: 16
Other Forms of Compensation: BONUS
Job SummaryThe
Chief Building Engineer serves as the on-site engineering leader with full accountability for the delivery of Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services, including hard services, critical infrastructure, and advanced liquid cooling systems supporting high-density compute environments. This role provides technical leadership, team management, and operational oversight to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient facility performance.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead all aspects of IFM hard services delivery across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and critical infrastructure systems
- Direct, manage, and develop a team of building engineers, technicians, and specialty contractors; establish clear roles, shift coverage, and accountability
- Serve as the site technical authority for liquid cooling systems including CDUs, pumps, heat exchangers, piping, and integrated controls
- Oversee operation, maintenance, and optimization of liquid cooling systems, including monitoring temperature, pressure, and flow performance
- Lead incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for mechanical and cooling system failures
- Ensure reliable 24/7 operation of mission-critical systems through preventive and predictive maintenance programs
- Own site-level KPIs, SLAs, and compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards
- Manage vendor relationships, OEM coordination, and third-party service providers
- Act as the primary engineering interface with client stakeholders and support operational reviews
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, efficiency, sustainability, and system resilience
Required Qualifications- 7-10+ years of experience in facility engineering or mission-critical environments
- EPA Section 608 Certification is required
- Proven experience leading engineering teams or site operations
- Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and liquid cooling systems
- Experience working in data center or high-reliability environments
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with direct-to-chip, immersion, or high-density liquid cooling systems
- Background in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) delivery
- Experience with BMS/EPMS and CMMS platforms
- Relevant technical certifications (mechanical, HVAC, or electrical)
Apply to ESFM Services today!ESFM is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass StoryAssociates at ESFM are offered many fantastic benefits.- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Req ID:1564633
ESFM
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