Critical Facilities Engineer

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. 

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

About Equinix

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company. We operate a global platform of data centers that enables organizations to connect to the partners, services, and technologies they need to scale with agility. Our operations teams are responsible for maintaining the critical infrastructure that powers the digital world while delivering industry-leading reliability for our customers.

Why This Role Matters

Data centers are considered critical facilities. The infrastructure we operate supports organizations that depend on continuous uptime, including healthcare, public safety, cloud, and enterprise services. Simply put—we cannot go dark. In this role, you will help operate, maintain, and improve the electrical, mechanical, and cooling systems that keep our facilities running safely and reliably.

We are hiring Critical Facilities Engineers across multiple experience levels. Whether you are building your career in critical operations or are an experienced engineer ready to lead complex infrastructure activities, we offer opportunities for growth and advancement.

What You'll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on critical facility infrastructure
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems
• Support operation of systems including UPS, generators, switchgear, HVAC, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, fire and life-safety systems, and Building Monitoring Systems (BMS)
• Perform site inspections and respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies
• Execute maintenance procedures, work orders, circuit installations, and equipment repairs
• Develop and follow maintenance documentation including MOPs, scripts, permits, and site logs
• Coordinate and oversee vendor activities to ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with Equinix standards
• Identify operational risks, single points of failure, and opportunities for infrastructure improvement
• Support infrastructure projects, equipment upgrades, and operational excellence initiatives
• Collaborate across Operations, Engineering, and Security teams to ensure facility reliability
• Participate in a 24x7 operational environment, including shift work, on-call support, weekends, holidays, and emergency response as required

What We're Looking For

• Experience working in facilities, industrial operations, manufacturing, military, building engineering, mission-critical environments, or data centers
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, controls, or building systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to safely work around critical infrastructure systems
• Experience following operational procedures and safety practices
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as climbing, bending, and working in equipment spaces with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• Data center or mission-critical facility experience
• Experience with UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, CRAH/CRAC systems, BMS, or EPMS
• Trade school, military technical training, apprenticeship, or engineering-related education
• Electrical, HVAC, mechanical, or facilities certifications
• Experience leading maintenance activities or mentoring technical personnel

Career Levels

We hire Critical Facilities Engineers across multiple levels based on experience and demonstrated capabilities.

• Engineer III: Developing technical expertise while performing routine maintenance and operational activities under guidance.
• Engineer IV: Independently performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and incident response activities with limited supervision.
• Engineer V: Serves as a technical leader on shift, resolves complex infrastructure issues, and mentors less experienced engineers.
• Engineer VI: Recognized subject matter expert responsible for advanced troubleshooting, operational leadership, complex projects, and strategic infrastructure improvements.

Why Join Equinix

• Work with industry-leading critical infrastructure technology
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Collaborative, safety-focused culture
• Exposure to electrical, mechanical, cooling, and automation systems
• Opportunity to support some of the world's most important digital services
• Ongoing training and professional development

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - DA11 Dallas : 46,400 - 69,600 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program : An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form .

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

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