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About the Role

Equinix is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to operate, manage, maintain, and repair critical and non-critical power systems, HVAC, BMS, plumbing, fire control & suppression, and all site services within a mission-critical data center environment. This role involves working across engineering disciplines and contributing to controls strategies, with opportunities for professional development and autonomy.

Responsibilities

Completes all maintenance protocols, plans, and activities on time and accurately.
Actions, triages, or escalates site activity related to building automation systems (BAS) and controls.
Actively contributes to controls strategies.
Works closely with controls vendors to investigate and resolve issues.
Plans and implements logic changes to improve site PUE.
Monitors site BMS, SCADA, and control systems and performs routine maintenance.
Investigates and troubleshoots alarms and issues with site systems.
Manages and works with specialist vendors for site systems.
Assists colleagues with control-related issues, investigations, and works on site.
Collaborates with the Controls Engineering team to ensure strategy implementation.
Takes a lead role on site-based Controls related activity, including project work and commissioning.
Operates, programs, and configures complex Controls systems.
Manages and oversees specialist vendors for major works and maintenance.
Performs minor changes to mechanical, electrical, and special systems if necessary.
Participates in an on-call roster for incident response outside of regular working hours.
Oversees plumbing and fire suppression systems for vendor activities.
Coordinates and oversees vendor work to ensure adherence to Equinix's requirements.
Creates engineering scripts and undertakes safe switching practices.
Ensures compliance with Equinix safety standards and quality procedures.
Reviews processes, procedures, and systems, communicating deviations and proposed changes.

Requirements

Engineering Degree or Electrical/Mechanical Trade Certified.
Expert understanding of varied Controls systems in a mission-critical environment.
Willingness and ability to adapt to new environments and critical infrastructure.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical systems.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work autonomously when required and take ownership of tasks.
Desire to work across multiple sites when required.

Skills

Building Automation Systems (BAS)
BMS
SCADA
PLC
BACnet
IP Protocols
BMS programming
BMS configuration
BMS commissioning
Controls strategies
Vendor management
Troubleshooting mechanical systems
Troubleshooting electrical systems
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills

Location

South Sydney Campus (Alexandria and Mascot)
SY5

Work Type

Onsite
Full-time

Experience Level

Experienced Controls Engineer

Education Level

Engineering Degree
Electrical Trade Certified
Mechanical Trade Certified

Salary/Compensations

Annual bonus
Company shares
Health allowance

Benefits

Onsite gym
Pool table
Parking
EV chargers
Close to transport links
Access to Global Ops Academy
Buddy up with senior Controls Engineer
Flexible working arrangements (after probation and onboarding)
Supportive team environment

About the Company

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable innovations.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world.
South Sydney Campus operates 5 sites across Alexandria and Mascot.

Equal Opportunity

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.