Mechanical Subject Matter Expert
Job in
Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35824, USA
Listing for:
Meta
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Mechanical Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 110000 - 156000 USD Yearly
USD
110000.00
156000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Summary
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 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.
Required
Skills
Serve as an onsite technical resource of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical field operationEnsure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between local mechanical team and applicable local and global teamsContribute to mechanical safety program for the sitePlan 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 riskConduct or oversee hands‑on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of mechanical equipmentOversee 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 processesProvide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of construction projects & maintenance activityLead and/or participate in root‑cause analysis activities in area of expertiseProvide 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 proceduresManage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit workProvide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global electrical system design improvementsTravel 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.Minimum Qualifications
7+ years relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experienceBachelor’s degree in related field plus 3+ years relevant mechanical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ year mechanical industry experienceExperience in critical environmentsExperience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawingsSignificant experience in comprehending mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawingsWorking knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cyclesTheoretical & practical understanding of mechanical equipment & systems, with expertise in mechanical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or constructionWorking knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure‑based workWorking knowledge of electrical, controls and fire / life safety systemsExperience working in a highly collaborative, cross‑functional environmentPreferred Qualifications
Experience in data center industryFamiliarity with American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air‑Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) standardsEquipment field service engineering or representative experienceTrade Certification or state license in Mechanical Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Public Compensation
$110,000/year to $156,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Industry
Internet
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