Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical) IV at Equinix | Secaucus, USA | Rezi

Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical) IV at Equinix

Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical) IV

Equinix · Secaucus, USA

3 weeks ago

Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical) IV

Equinix · Secaucus, USA

a month ago
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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.
  • US Applicants: Please click here to see the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster and supplement.
  • Please click here to see our EEO Policy Statement.
  • Please click here to see our Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
  • Equinix participates in E-Verify.