Critical Facilities Engineer – Rochelle, IL; On-Site

Critical Facilities Engineer – Rochelle, IL (On-Site)

Recruitment began on January 15, 2026

and the job listing Expires on February 15, 2026

The Critical Facilities Engineer is part of the Facility Operations team, responsible for performing preventative and ongoing maintenance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other infrastructure systems in mission‑critical, high‑risk, or high‑reliability environments (e.g., data centers, medical facilities, laboratories, or utilities infrastructure).

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Acts as a consistent individual contributor and team member, providing influence, knowledge sharing, training, mentoring, and direction to other staff engineers and peers.
• Applies expertise and knowledge to develop concepts, techniques, and process improvements.
• Identifies and assists with resolving potential issues and ensures data center uptime and project success.
• Reviews major design modifications and upgrades to ensure compliance with applicable codes, safety, and operational standards.
• Creates and reviews all mission‑critical MOPs (Method of Procedures) and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for accuracy, safety, and business impact assessment.
• Always collaborates with partner data centers.

Functional

Skills:

• Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC (Heating, Venting, Air Conditioning, CRACs (Computer Room Air Conditioning), UPS (Uninterruptible Power Systems), ATS (Automatic Transfer Switches)
• Data center infrastructure or other mission‑critical environments
• Ability to interpret blueprints, CAD (Computer‑Aided Design), electrical and mechanical schematics

Process Knowledge

• ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) Change Management and Service Now Change Process
• Familiarity with safety and risk management principles

Experience

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in critical facilities or related environments.

General Skills

• Strong problem‑solving abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and email applications

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in operating computers and related equipment, troubleshooting technical issues, and using software applications including MS Office and internet‑based tools.

Location and Work Hours – 2 shifts available

• 2nd shift
• 2nd shift has a 10% pay shift differential
  _ OR –
• Work Schedule:
  
  8 consecutive days (Tuesday –Tuesday), 9:00PM to 7:00AM