About the Role
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable innovations. Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world. This role is for experienced electrical professionals with strong hands-on expertise in mission-critical environments and a demonstrated ability to operate independently and lead work in high-risk operational settings.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary technical expert for electrical systems supporting critical facility operations.
- Evaluate and manage electrical load distribution.
- Develop and deliver plans to address overloads, phase imbalance, and high neutral currents.
- Layout electrical branch circuit distributions to support installations and migrations.
- Troubleshoot and repair Branch Circuit monitoring.
- Work with the team to manage customer order tickets.
- Manage inventory of circuit installation materials to ensure stock allows for timely installation.
- Manage contractor for all installation work, ensuring compliance with Equinix policies and procedures.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
- Oversee and direct vendor activities during maintenance, installations, and repair work.
- Act as a key contributor during critical maintenance windows, shutdowns, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Review, develop, and execute operational documentation including MOPs, SOPs, and scripts.
- Recommend improvements to electrical reliability, efficiency, safety, and operational standards.
- Maintain accurate site logs, electrical records, and compliance documentation.
- Support electrical permitting, audits, and inspections as required.
- Execute circuit installations, capacity management, and load balancing activities.
- Participate in infrastructure projects, retrofits, and expansions with an electrical focus.
- Support a 24/7 critical operations environment, including rotating shifts, off-hours work, and emergency response as needed.
- Provide escalation support during high-risk events or outages.
Requirements
- Strong hands-on experience supporting critical electrical systems in data centers, critical facilities, or regulated commercial/industrial environments.
- Experience working within life safety, compliance, and operational risk frameworks.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Sufficient computer skills to work with Microsoft Office Suites, e-mail, and learn custom applications.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical job duties (climbing, kneeling, working in confined spaces), with or without accommodation.
- Prior experience supporting 24/7 mission-critical operations.
- Background in union or non-union electrical work within NY/NJ metropolitan environments.
- Familiarity with local codes, AHJ requirements, and site safety practices.
- Experience leading vendors, coordinating maintenance windows, or mentoring junior engineers.
Skills
- Electrical Systems Troubleshooting
- Electrical Load Distribution Management
- Branch Circuit Monitoring
- Customer Order Ticket Management
- Inventory Management
- Contractor Management
- Technical Leadership
- Vendor Management
- Operational Documentation (MOPs, SOPs)
- Electrical Reliability Improvement
- Electrical Safety Standards
- Site Log Maintenance
- Electrical Record Keeping
- Compliance Documentation
- Electrical Permitting
- Electrical Audits
- Electrical Inspections
- Circuit Installation
- Capacity Management
- Load Balancing
- Infrastructure Projects
- Retrofits
- Expansions
- 24/7 Operations Support
- Shift Work
- Off-Hours Work
- Emergency Response
- Escalation Support
- Electrical Schematics Interpretation
- One-Line Diagrams Interpretation
- Technical Documentation Interpretation
- Microsoft Office Suites
- E-mail Communication
- Custom Application Proficiency
- Physical Job Duties (Climbing, Kneeling, Confined Spaces)
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Full-time
- 24/7 Operations Support
Experience Level
- 3+ years of relevant electrical or critical facilities experience
Education Level
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- 67,400 - 101,000 USD / Annual
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Plans
- Retirement Plan (Employee and Company Contributions)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
About the Company
- Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
- 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 and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society.
- You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.
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.
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- Equinix participates in E-Verify.
