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Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating over 250 data centersacross the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providingan equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.
Job Summary
Controls Engineers perform data center systems maintenance and support. Participates on internal and external project teams, including the design engineering, site engineering, regional operations teams, onsite support vendors and consultants on projects, policies and procedures within a diverse scope. On call on a rotating basis.
Responsibilities
System Operation and Work Practices
Operating knowledge of control systems to include diagnostics and repairs
Ability to apply knowledge of Equinix process and procedure and industry standards to resolve diverse issues
Uses safe working practices (e.g. can apply procedure for lockout/tag out, familiar with MSDS, etc.)
Problem Solving
Solves diverse, cross-functional issues requiring action and initiative to resolve
Implements and makes recommendations for system level improvements to eliminate potential problems
Tests suitability of components for deployments
Internal/External Contact
Participates in projects or initiatives including General Contractors, design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, etc.
Multi-functional SOP development and relevant technical writing
Interactions are primarily to exchange information between departments within the organization
May include executive level communications in standardized templates
Technical Expertise
Understanding of typical data center electrical, fire protection, and HVAC system operation including typical optimization strategies and typical deficiencies
Controls system knowledge, P&ID, SOO, controls schematics.
Ability to run query in SQL and interpret relevant data
HMI and PLC programming
PID tuning
Develop Policy/Methods
Participates in review of policy and procedure documents
Assess Adherence to Policy
Assures consistency to developed standards and policy through review of documentation, participation in data center commissioning activities
Qualifications
5+ years professional controls engineering diagnostic, repair and design experience to include HMI programming, Windows network level authentication, and PID tuning
Preference for environmental/HVAC systems experience
Preference for critical facilities, especially data center, experience
Preference for BSEE degree
Knowledge of AVEVA system platform and Allen-Bradley PLC is a plus
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.
The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $102,000 to $162,000 per year
California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $94,000 to $149,000 per year
Colorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $85,000 to $135,000 per year
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:
Equinix is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability