Electrical Subject Matter Expert,Data Center Operations Job Lebanon area,Indiana USA,Engineering

Summary:

Meta is seeking a data center Electrical 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 Electrical SME will be part of the facility's operations team and will be responsible for serving as the electrical system's technical operations expert.

This role requires a broad understanding of electrical systems and equipment function, with responsibility spanning procedure-based electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in low voltage and medium voltage power distribution, electrical protection and control systems, UPS and battery systems, electrical testing, applicable electrical codes and standards, and a working understanding of mechanical systems.

Required Skills:

Electrical Subject Matter Expert, Data Center Operations Responsibilities:

Serve as an onsite technical resource of electrical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical field operation

Ensure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between local electrical team and applicable local and global teams

Contribute to electrical safety program for site

Plan resource, author or approve work procedures to cover electrical 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 electrical equipment

Oversee electrical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity is maintained and that all modifications to existing systems are in compliance with best practices, including change control processes

Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of construction projects & maintenance activity

Lead and/or participate in root‑cause analysis activities in area of expertise

Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross‑functional teams on electrical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes

Manage vendor relationships for electrical maintenance and retrofit work

Provide feedback on global electrical maintenance strategies and global electrical system design improvements

Travel expectations can be significant during the first 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:

6+ years relevant electrical industry experience or electrical trade level experience

Bachelor’s degree or trade certification in related field plus 2+ years relevant electrical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 6+ years relevant electrical industry experience

Experience in critical environments

Theoretical and practical understanding of power equipment & systems, with expertise in electrical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction

Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure‑based work

Working knowledge of mechanical, controls, and fire and life safety systems

Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings

Experience in comprehending electrical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings

Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross‑functional environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in high voltage (up to 345kV) equipment construction, operation, and maintenance

Instrumentation & control, power system protection, power automation, etc. experience

National Electrical Testing Association (NETA) or National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) electrical testing experience/certifications

Experience in a data center industry

Trade Certification or state license as an electrician

Equipment field service engineering or representative experience

Public Compensation:

$90,000/year to $134,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry: Internet

Equal Opportunity:

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