Manager Engineering Operations (Garland)

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Complete understanding of facility layout, operation of MEP systems, and ability to illustrate site-specific system one-lines.
• Review and approve equipment nomenclature standards, equipment locations, facility drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Develop and supervise local engineering team to ensure adherence to SOPs, SOOs, and maintenance standards.
• Execute all aspects of data center engineering including operation, maintenance, and repair of mission-critical equipment to achieve 100% uptime.
• Supervise all MEP construction activities, witness testing during commissioning, and validate operational documentation.
• Manage technical and operational incidents, including emergency response, root cause analysis, and post-event remediation.
• Identify operational trends, analyze risks, and develop strategies to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Support budgeting, expense management, and procurement activities related to site operations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, occupational health and safety standards, and local electrical and building codes.
• Maintain and track site spare parts inventory and support various accreditation initiatives such as SSAE16, SOC2, ISO 27001.

Requirements

• 5 years of related facility management experience in Data Center operations or a related electrical or mechanical engineering field managing or leading data center teams in mission-critical environments.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering is preferred.
• Proven experience in construction, commissioning, and operation of mission-critical systems including electrical distribution, UPS, HVAC, fire alarm/suppression, and monitoring systems.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure redundancy configurations and associated risks (N+1, 2N, ATS/ST, Failover scenarios).
• Proficiency in reading and understanding MEP drawings and equipment specifications.
• Strong knowledge of PLC theory, energy efficiency principles, and troubleshooting site mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with CMMS, DCIM, and power metering systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, with demonstrated management and leadership abilities.
• Ability to evaluate vendor work, manage vendors, and improve scope and procedures to meet operational standards.
• Basic understanding of emergency procedures and escalation processes.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of structured cabling systems, networking, and hardware installation requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and familiarity with Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat, Visio, or AutoCad.
• Experience assisting with budget management and expense analysis.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative reasoning skills for root cause analysis and performance evaluation.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related facility management experience in Data Center operations or a related electrical or mechanical engineering field.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering (preferred).

Benefits & Perks

• Highly competitive compensation package with a range of $44.23 to $52.88 per hour.
• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance.
• 401k match, disability benefits, wellness and education benefits, paid time off, holidays, and more.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment with development opportunities.