Sr. Data Center Facilities Engineer

TL;DR

Sr. Data Center Facilities Engineer (Mechanical/Critical Environments): Providing senior technical leadership for the reliability, safety, and performance of critical mechanical systems in data centers and laboratories with an accent on engineering theory, reliability analysis, and governance. Focus on acting as a strategic system owner, managing cross-disciplinary infrastructure shutdowns, and ensuring operational resilience across mission-critical environments.

Location: Must be based in Santa Clara, California (Hybrid)

Salary: $120,860–$231,670 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global technology leader focused on advancing AI, analytics, and cloud-to-edge computing to drive innovation and improve quality of life.

What you will do

• Serve as the mechanical subject matter expert for critical environments, including central utility plants and mission-critical cooling systems.
• Develop and lead mechanical reliability programs using performance trending, KPI development, and root cause analysis.
• Act as the principal mechanical system owner, ensuring engineering rigor and consistent decision-making across all critical infrastructure.
• Lead and coordinate complex, cross-disciplinary mechanical and electrical shutdowns to minimize operational impact.
• Provide technical governance of vendors and IFM partners by enforcing standards and conducting audits.
• Oversee mechanical engineering during design, construction, and commissioning of projects impacting critical environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience supporting mechanical facilities equipment.
• 5+ years of experience supporting data centers and/or advanced laboratories.
• Demonstrated expertise in HVAC, chilled water plants, and environmental controls.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• 10+ years of experience supporting critical environments.
• Experience with electrical infrastructure (UPS, switchgear, controls).
• Professional Engineering (PE) License.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including base pay and stock bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and vacation benefit programs.
• Hybrid work model allowing for flexibility between on-site and off-site work.
• Commitment to ethical hiring practices and Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance.