Critical Systems Engineer

Position: Critical Systems Engineer

Company: Vantage Data Centers

Duration: Perm

Location: Broad Run, VA

Schedule: 3 days on, 4days off, then the next week 4 days on, 3 days off

• Night Shift: 9PM–7:30AM , (Sun–Wed or Wed–Sat) (10% differential)
• Day shift: 5AM–3:30PM
• Swing shift: 1PM–11PM (5% differential)

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience supporting electrical and/or mechanical systems in industrial, field service, or mission-critical environments
• Experience working on systems such as generators, UPS systems, PDUs, ATS, switchgear, HVAC systems, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, or similar infrastructure
• Strong troubleshooting and repair capabilities — must be comfortable actively working on equipment vs. monitoring only
• Background in field service, industrial HVAC, power systems, or mechanical/electrical maintenance (data center experience is a plus, not required) - some but not all okay
• Willingness and ability to learn both electrical and mechanical systems, regardless of initial specialization
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical diagrams, and system schematics
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment with flexibility to support night/graveyard shifts as needed
• Strong prioritization skills and ability to respond to urgent or emergency situations
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication and accountability

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Experience following or creating MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs for critical systems
• Direct experience in a data center or other mission-critical facility
• Military experience with hands-on exposure to electrical or mechanical systems
• Experience supporting large-scale commercial or industrial chillers and cooling systems
• OEM or field service experience supporting power or cooling equipment
• Familiarity with CMMS tools and preventative maintenance tracking
• Technical certifications or formal training in electrical, mechanical, or HVAC disciplines
• Experience with reliability reporting and maintaining uptime/capacity targets

Job Description

This onsite, hands-on role is responsible for maintaining and ensuring uptime across mission-critical data center infrastructure in a 24/7 operations environment. The engineer will work alongside a team to operate, troubleshoot, and repair both electrical and mechanical systems that support high-availability environments. This position emphasizes ownership of the facility, proactive maintenance, and real-time problem solving rather than vendor reliance. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience, thrives in a team-oriented, no-ego culture, and is eager to expand their skill set across both electrical and mechanical disciplines while supporting best-in-class uptime and customer experience.