Meta is seeking a data center Facility Technical Manager - Mechanical/Electrical to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our software operates to meet the demands of our customers. This Facility Technical Manager will build and manage a team of Mechanical and Electrical Subject Matter Experts and will serve as the point of contact for stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be experienced leading teams in a diverse array of technical subjects, such as electrical generation, electrical distribution, mechanical cooling technologies, fire/life safety systems, and critical system redundancy. The responsibilities of this role include management of a technical team, supporting a wide range of projects and processes within the site, coordination with engineering and global support teams, and communicating and resolving issues with various teams at the site. This position reports directly to the Data Center Campus Facility Director and is an onsite role.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead a team consisting of Mechanical and Electrical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) at the Data Center to provide technical support to the Critical Operations teams. This team will consist of individual contributors.
- Lead the team in providing technical solutions to operational challenges at the data center campus to include unexpected system responses, design issues, and response to equipment failures.
- Report directly to the Data Center Campus Facility Director (DCCFD) and provide direction on mechanical and electrical functions affecting physical infrastructure required throughout the campus.
- Establish team goals and prioritize SME resources to support the priorities of the Facility Operations organization.
- Provide mentorship and people management in accordance with company values including supporting career growth and providing performance feedback.
- Work with stakeholders to develop and implement operational improvement projects aligned with budget priorities.
- Work cross functionally with the Facility Technical Manager - Automation/Process to support and prioritize integrated technical work across the campus.
- Support and ensure SMEs collaborate with other cross functional teams to investigate technical issues and develop solutions throughout the lifecycle of the data center, from startup through commissioning, modernization, and obsolescence.
- Provide leadership and support for investigating root causes of unplanned operational events.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to provide support and technical expertise on facility retrofit and modernization projects.
- Work with recruiting to hire, interview, and select candidates for open positions.
- 5-10% travel may be required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of technical experience in Electrical or Mechanical systems or a four-year technical degree such as engineering or technical program with 6+ years experience
- 7+ years of experience in building, managing, and coordinating technical teams
- General knowledge and understanding of applicable regulatory codes and standards
- Experience communicating and presenting technical material effectively
- Technical knowledge and experience with complex systems. Examples may include any of: Building Electrical systems, Electrical Distribution, Emergency Generators, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), High/Medium/Low voltage applications. Mechanical systems, including HVAC, Plumbing, Critical Water systems, Fire/Life Safety Protection Systems
- Experience troubleshooting complex problems and addressing root causes by analyzing data
- Proven time management, organization, and prioritization skills
- Experience in Data Center or other Critical Facilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years experience in managing technical teams
- Four-year technical degree such as engineering or technical program
- Knowledge and experience in Construction and/or Project Management of capital projects.
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