Data Center Mechanical Engineer Job Listing at Paycom in Phoenix, AZ (Job ID 425022)

Description

The Data Center Facilities Engineer will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and operating the Mechanical plant and Power Generation systems in the data center locations.

Level four escalation point of contact for Data Center technologies and related Mechanical and Power Generation devices.  Participates in largest projects to design and implement Mechanical and Electrical improvements to data centers.

This positions primary focus will be on ensuring optimal environmental conditions for the efficient and reliable operation of the data center infrastructure.  Additionally, they will develop procedures to outline data center Mechanical and Power Generation processes and related tasks.

This individual will lead the design and engineering of the Mechanical plant and Power Generation data center technologies and future datacenter related initiatives. Mentors Data Center Operations team members and helps increase their effectiveness and skillset on Mechanical and Power Generation related systems.  Key contributor and driver of important, challenging and high-visibility projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acts as Subject Matter Expert and level four support for the operation and maintenance of the Data Center Mechanical and Power Generation systems
• Leads projects assigned to Data Center Team
• Leads projects for opportunities for improvement and architecture changes.
• Leads large projects related to data center design, construction and certifications
• Leads large projects related to data center design and architecture.
• Leads large projects related to data center construction and design to achieve Uptime Institute Data Center Tier levels.
• Leads opportunities for improvement in Mechanical and Power Generation architecture changes.
• Develops and implements strategies to ensure proper power, cooling and other capacity needs.
• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs of the Mechanical plant and Power Generation systems within the data center facility.
• Monitor and analyze environmental parameters, such as temperature, humidity, and airflow, using specialized tools and equipment.
• As required must be available on a 24-hour basis for emergency support.  Only when required and considered abnormal to general operations.
• Collaborate with other teams to schedule and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize impact on data center operations.
• Establishes specifications by conferring with users; analyzing workflow, access, information, and security requirements.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Documentation:

• Documents specific duties, activities, problems solved and issues resolved.
• Document all maintenance and repair activities accurately and maintain records of equipment performance and service history.

Miscellaneous:

• Attends meetings and serves on committees, as requested.
• Regular attendance as required.
• Performs additional duties and assignments as requested.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree/Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred or completion of formal trade/technical school or requisite years of experience

Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of related experience
• Experience in training individuals in day to day operations

Certification: (One of the following Preferred)

• Licensed Mechanical Technician
• Licensed Mechanical Plant Technician (Boilers, Plumber, Pipe Fitter)
• Power Generation Technician
• High Voltage Training/Safety

Advanced Knowledge of:

• Datacenter cooling technologies
• Mechanical Plant equipment expertise:
• Chillers
• Cooling Tower
• Pumps
• Filters
• Water Treatment
• BMS/Automation Controls setup and diagnosis
• Equipment commissioning and setup
• VFD controls for water pumps
• Align Pumps and Motors
• PID adjustment for motor and pumps
• Data Center Power Generation, Switchgear, UPS, Generator Operations
• Experience with hand tools
• General knowledge of datacenter design and construction
• Emerging Technology Trends
• Datacenter Best Practice and Industry Standard Methodology

Skills/Abilities:

• Evaluate critical systems, prioritize workflow and determine solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interpret and apply laws, regulations and policies
• Competent computer skills, including proficiency in relevant software applications like Office and Sunbird products.
• Brazing and soldering experience in sensitive environments.
• Read and understand technical manuals
• Work for extended time at keyboard/terminal
• Maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and coworkers
• Work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings
• Value open, honest communication
• Eager to be transparent and truthful as a primary matter of course

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, type, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions. (Such as in a typical office). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Paycom is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Paycom makes employment decisions on the basis of business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications and merit. Paycom wants to have the best available people in every job. Therefore, Paycom does not permit its employees to harass, discriminate or retaliate against other employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, military and veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic, reproductive health decisions, family or parental status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation benefits, and separation of employment. The Human Resources Department has overall responsibility for this policy and maintains reporting and monitoring procedures. Any questions or concerns should be referred to the Human Resources Department. ****To learn more about Paycom's affirmative action policy, equal employment opportunity, or to request an accommodation - Click on the link to find more information: paycom.com/careers/eeoc