Mechanical Subject Matter Expert; SME

The Mechanical Subject Matter Expert(SME) will be a part of the Operations team and willact as the campusdata centermechanical system technical operations expert. The Mechanical Subject Matter Expertwill need to have a broad understanding of mechanicalsystemand equipmentfunction. The Mechanical Subject Matter Expertwillbe responsible forprocedure-based mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The Mechanical Subject Matter Expert will need to be experienced in diverse technologies such asair-cooledchiller systems,computer room air handling, DX cooling, water distribution and treatment, emergency diesel generators, fire suppression systems, and have a working knowledge of building automation systems and electrical distribution.

The Mechanical Subject  Matter Expertwillprovide dailyassistanceto

Critical Engineering Technicianstointerpretblueprints/schematics, conduct tours of systems,supportconstructioninstallationand commissioning,and assessmechanicalequipment  addition totechnicalcapability, this candidate will be equipped withprojectmanagement skills thatareessential for team alignment tocorporatestrategies.

• Serve as an onsite technical resource of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical field operation
• Ensure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between campus mechanical team and applicable local and global teams
• Plan, resource, conduct, author or approve work packages to cover mechanical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing & mitigating personnel and system risk
• Support the full lifecycle of work management responsibilities for mechanical systems including work planning, approval, execution, and closeout.
• Conduct or oversee hands‑on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment
• Oversee 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 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, specifically mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment
• Ongoing monitoring of mechanical systems health, identifying potential issues and implementing corrective actions to prevent equipment failures and ensure continuous operation
• Provide training to Critical Engineering Technicians and other cross functional teams on mechanical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes to include mechanical/fire & life safety/water equipment/systems and procedures
• Manage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit work
• Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global mechanical system design improvements
• Contribute to mechanical safety program for site
• Occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, training, etc.

• 8+ years relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field plus 3+ years relevant mechanical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 8+ year mechanical industry experience
• Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work
• Significant experience in comprehending mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings
• Working knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles
• Working knowledge of electrical, and life safety monitoring and control systems typically used in critical environments
• Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings
• Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross‑functional environment
• Proficient with computer systems including documents, spreadsheets, and email

• 10+ years of experience in a data center or other critical environment
• Trade Certification or state license in Mechanical (HVAC)
• Equipment field service engineering experience