Chief Engineer (Relocation Assistance Available

Overview

Serverfarm is a leading developer and operator of data centers with over 750 locations and key customer relationships in 45 countries. We are transforming how data centers operate across North America, Western Europe, and Israel, serving the world’s leading technology and hyperscale companies. With Manulife Investment Management’s 2023 acquisition and our award-winning InCommand platform, we are positioned for growth as AI adoption and cloud migration drive demand for data center capacity.

A career at Serverfarm puts you at the forefront of digital infrastructure innovation, with opportunities to take on new challenges, develop cutting-edge skills, and grow your career across our expanding global operations as we pursue substantial growth.

Join our team of innovators and help shape the future of sustainable data centers while building a career without boundaries.

THIS POSITION WILL BE BASED IN COVINGTON, GA (OUTSIDE OF ATLANTA) WITH RELOCATION ASSISTANCE OFFERED

• Operations Leadership & Monitoring
  • Serve as the senior technical resource during assigned shifts
  • Monitor and manage electrical, mechanical, and environmental systems
  • Lead response to alarms, events, and abnormal conditions
  • Conduct detailed facility walkthroughs and validate system performance
  • Lead shift turnovers and status communications
• Electrical & Mechanical Systems Execution
  • Operate and maintain UPS, generators, switch gear, ATS/STS, PDUs, and RPPs
  • Operate and support chillers, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps, and valves
  • Execute system switching, load transfers, and isolations per approved procedures
  • Identify system deficiencies and single points of failure
• Maintenance & Change Management
  • Lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities
  • Review, validate, and execute MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs
  • Participate in change management and risk assessments
  • Oversee vendor activities and verify post-maintenance restoration
• Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
  • Enforce LOTO, electrical safety, arc-flash, and PPE requirements
  • Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain and review operational logs and maintenance records
  • Contribute to procedures and technical documentation
• Training, Mentorship & Development
  • Mentor junior technicians and new hires
  • Support qualification programs and skill assessments

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in data center or mission-critical operations
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Ability to read one-line diagrams and OEM documentation
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical field
• Industry or OEM certifications
• Experience with BMS, EPMS, DCIM, and CMMS platforms
• Prior leadership or acting-lead experience
• Safety and risk management mindset
• Strong technical judgment and leadership presence
• Clear communication and accountability
• Continuous improvement mindset

Serverfarm is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace and offers paid time off, paid holidays, 401k and full coverage medical, dental, and vision. Our compensation philosophy rewards employees for achieving the company’s goals and strategic initiatives.

The listed salary range for this position is an estimate based on the competitive job market. Final compensation will be based on your own skills, experience, and location.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this role and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. We encourage you to apply even if your experience isn’t an exact match to the job description.