Mechanical Subject Matter Expert

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 diverse 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
• Support cross-functional collaboration including all local and global partners
• 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
• 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/water equipment/systems and procedures
• Manage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit work
• Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global mechanical system design improvements
• Travel expectations: Can be significant during the first 1-3 months for initial training/onboarding and then ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experience
• Bachelor’s degree or trade certification in related field plus 3+ years relevant mechanical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ year mechanical industry experience
• Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work
• 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 electrical, controls and fire / life safety systems
• Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings
• Experience in comprehending plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings.
• Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Proficient with computer systems including documents, spreadsheets, and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the 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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