Data Center Chief Engineer - ATL

Spinx

$110K — $130K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate or technical degree, or equivalent military training/experience.
  • 5-7 years in data center or critical facilities environments.
  • 2-3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
  • Strong technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, and fire safety systems.
  • Experience with CMMS and BMS monitoring tools.
  • Ability to lead teams and manage escalations in high-availability settings.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of facility technicians to ensure performance and growth.
  • Oversee shift coverage and resource allocation for operational reliability.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and support the development of team members.
  • Foster a culture of safety and compliance in operations.
  • Report operational staffing needs to the Site Operations Manager.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Review and approve operational procedures and safety protocols.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Flexible spending and HSA accounts.
  • Paid holidays and PTO.
  • Employee assistance program.
Full Job Description


Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of facility technicians, ensuring high performance, accountability, and professional growth.


  • Oversee shift coverage, work assignments, and resource allocation to maintain site readiness and operational reliability.


  • Conduct performance evaluations, deliver coaching, and support career development for direct reports.


  • Foster a culture of safety, compliance, and teamwork across all operations.


  • Report staffing performance, issues, and needs to the Site Operations Manager for alignment with organizational goals.


Operations & Compliance

  • Ensure all operations comply with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.


  • Review and approve Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Methods of Procedure (MOPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs).


  • Conduct audits, inspections, and training to maintain operational readiness and compliance with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).


  • Support compliance efforts with ISO 27001, PCI and SOC 2 Type I standards.


  • Provide regular operational updates to the Site Operations Manager for transparency and site alignment.


Facility & Systems Oversight

  • Oversee the operation, maintenance, and performance of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and fire life safety systems.


  • Approve and prioritize preventative and corrective maintenance activities in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).


  • Ensure documentation, reporting, and system logs are accurate and complete.


  • Analyze performance trends, identify risks, and drive preventive solutions to maintain uptime.


Incident Management & Escalations

  • Serve as the primary escalation point for abnormal conditions, incidents, or system failures at the site.


  • Escalate unresolved or high-impact issues directly to the Site Operations Manager for awareness and decision-making.


  • Lead root cause analysis, corrective action plans, and post-incident reporting.


  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance resilience, reliability, and operational maturity.


Customer, Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as additional site-level point of contact for customers, vendors, and contractors on technical and operational matters supporting the SOM.


  • Coordinate vendor and contractor activities, ensuring safety, compliance, and adherence to scope.


  • Support customer requirements, installations, and escalations with professionalism and urgency.


  • Partner with the Site Operations Manager and internal teams (IT, Operations, Projects) to align facility operations with business needs.


Planning & Reporting

  • Develop and manage maintenance schedules, work orders, and capacity plans to ensure long-term readiness.


  • Review and approve daily shift reports, turnover notes, and incident documentation.


  • Track spare parts, and inventory to optimize resources and reduce downtime risk.


  • Provide regular reports and operational updates to the Site Operations Manager and senior management.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Associate degree, technical degree, equivalent military training required or equivalent experience


  • 5-7 years of experience in data center, critical facilities, or mission-critical environments.


  • 2-3 years in a supervisory or lead role.


  • Strong technical expertise in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and fire life safety systems.


  • Experience with CMMS, BMS, and other monitoring tools.


  • Proven ability to lead teams under pressure, manage escalations, and deliver results in high-availability environments.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Industry specific certification(s)


  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical)


Skills

  • Leadership and people management skills with a focus on team development.


  • Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and decision-making capabilities.


  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CMMS, and reporting tools.


  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations as required.


Total Rewards Statement:

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; PTO; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, location, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

Great Place to Work

Enjoy...

  • A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation.
  • A flexible, autonomous work environment.
  • A culture of respect, learning, and excellence.
  • Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers.
  • Growth and travel opportunities.
  • A team of change-makers having a significant impact on people and the planet.


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