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Mechanical Subject Matter Expert
MetaUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Mar 2025
💰 $156,000/yr($110,000/yr – $156,000/yr)
About the role
Meta is seeking a data center Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Data Center Facility
Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our systems operate to meet the
demands of our customers. The Mechanical SME will be a part of the facility operations team and will be
responsible for being the mechanical system technical operations expert. The candidate will need to
have a broad understanding of mechanical system and equipment function and will be responsible for
procedure-based mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The
Mechanical Subject Matter Expert will need to be experienced in a range of technologies such as chiller
systems, evaporative cooling, DX cooling, water distribution and treatment, emergency diesel
generators, fire suppression systems, and have a working knowledge of building automation systems
and electrical distribution.Mechanical Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities
Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our systems operate to meet the
demands of our customers. The Mechanical SME will be a part of the facility operations team and will be
responsible for being the mechanical system technical operations expert. The candidate will need to
have a broad understanding of mechanical system and equipment function and will be responsible for
procedure-based mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The
Mechanical Subject Matter Expert will need to be experienced in a range of technologies such as chiller
systems, evaporative cooling, DX cooling, water distribution and treatment, emergency diesel
generators, fire suppression systems, and have a working knowledge of building automation systems
and electrical distribution.Mechanical Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities
- Serve as an onsite technical resource of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with
an emphasis on practical field operation - Ensure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between local mechanical team and
applicable local and global teams - Contribute to mechanical safety program for site
- Plan resource, author or approve work procedures to cover mechanical troubleshooting, repair,
retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing & mitigating personnel and
critical systems and operational risk - Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of mechanical
equipment - Oversee mechanical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity
is maintained and that all modifications to existing systems comply with best practices, including
change control processes - Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of construction projects &
maintenance activity - Lead and/or participate in root-cause analysis activities in area of expertise
- Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross functional teams on mechanical
equipment, systems, procedures, and changes to include mechanical/fire & life safety/industrial
water equipment/systems and procedures - Manage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit work
- Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global electrical system
design improvements - Travel expectations can be significant during the first 1-3 months for initial training and
onboarding. After initial onboarding, travel expectations are 10-15%. and then ongoing
occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, training, etc.
- 7+ years relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experience
- Bachelor’s degree in related field plus 3+ years relevant mechanical industry experience will be
considered in lieu of 7+ year mechanical industry experience - Experience in critical environments
- Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings
- Significant experience in comprehending mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment shop
drawings. - Working knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles
- Theoretical & practical understanding of mechanical equipment & systems, with expertise in
mechanical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction - Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work
- Working knowledge of electrical, controls and fire / life safety systems
- Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment
- Experience in data center industry.
- Familiarity with ASHRAE standards
- Trade Certification or state license in Mechanical (HVAC)
- Equipment field service engineering or representative experience
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