Job Summary:As a mechanical SME for Americas Operations, you'll apply expertise in HVAC architecture-including Unitary/DX systems, air- and water-cooled chillers, CRAHs, and more-to improve reliability, efficiency, and capacity across mission-critical data centers. If you enjoy solving complex challenges and improving mission-critical systems, this is your opportunity to make an impact with the world's digital infrastructure leader
In this role, you will:
- Develop and design efficiency-focused construction initiatives that maximize sellable capacity
- Drive operational improvements by guiding and supporting site teams on cooling system optimization initiatives as well as general system operation education
- Provide technical expertise as an SME for Americas Operations collaborating with regional and global teams, provide greenfield construction project support, capital equipment requirements, existing data center physicals, incidents, along with sharing best practices, with a primary focus on Canadian Operations
ResponsibilitiesProject Analysis & SOW Development
- Develop energy efficiency and sellable capacity projects through engineering investigations and internal rate-of-return analyses submitting project business cases for approval
- Provide technical guidance for approved projects, partnering with site teams and project management to ensure adherence to Equinix standards, supporting construction through commissioning to validate system functionality and design intent, then coordinate system handover to confirm operational readiness and ensure a smooth transition into operations
Leadership & Operational Excellence
- Continually identify optimization opportunities and guide Site teams on mechanical and controls improvements, leveraging Sequence of Operation (SOOs) knowledge and industry best practices
- Partner with global and regional counterparts to review, refine, and enhance policies and procedures as well as lifecycle (EOL) asset strategies, driving consistency and continuous improvement
- Diagnose and determine root causes of failures or performance issues across critical facility systems during emergencies or routine audits, ensuring rapid corrective action and sustained performance
- Serve as an "Energy Champion", driving PUE, WUE, and related metrics with reporting for internal teams, executives & external auditors
Additional Technical Expertise
- Some knowledge of plumbing, fire protection systems as well as high level understanding of electrical systems, including system topologies and the ability to read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams
Required Qualifications- 2+ years' experience in mechanical system design, operations, and/or project planning
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and construction teams
- Experience developing and reviewing engineering documentation, including SOWs, design drawings, and technical reports
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Basic French language proficiency required; ability to communicate effectively in French for routine business interactions, written correspondence, and collaboration with French-speaking stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications- Active Professional Engineering license
- Experience working in a high-availability or 24/7 operational data center environment
- Familiarity with key efficiency metrics (PUE, WUE) and sustainability standards
- ACAD / Revit experience
Equinix BenefitsAs an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.
