Data Center Plant Electrical Engineer

Google, Columbus, OH, USA This role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship. Qualifications Associate's degree, trade school certification, or other certified training in a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. 7 years of experience working in critical operations for areas such as data centers, hospitals, power plants, or transmission operations. Ability to participate in material handling tasks such as lifting, carrying or moving up to 50 lbs of equipment, the required use of OSHA standard safety equipment such as limited weight bearing work platforms, ladders, step stools and personal protective equipment (PPE) like safety harnesses. Preferred qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Knowledge of meters, devices, sensors, and troubleshooting utilizing standard hand tools, digital metering, or calibration/diagnostic equipment. Knowledge of the mechanical systems used in a data center environment (ex: Feeders, Transformers, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems or similar). Knowledge of the building management control systems. Ability to work non‑standard hours, including working weekends, holidays, and on shift‑based schedules. Excellent adaptability and prompt problem‑solving skills. About the job The Data Center team designs and operates some of the most sophisticated electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and HVAC systems in the world. Facilities Technicians at Google data centers operate, monitor and support physical facilities conditions. Some of these duties will include heating and cooling of air and water, power supply, generators, UPS systems, electrical distribution and control and monitoring systems. You regularly help inspect, maintain and repair various data center systems such as piping and non‑critical electrical or mechanical system components. As an advocate for best practices, you develop creative approaches to reducing operational costs while improving overall data center efficiency. You ensure that environmental and safety standards are consistently met, identifying problems and making repairs quickly. In emergency situations or abnormal conditions, you manage data center performance issues and outages to minimize the recovery time from failures. As a Facilities Technician, you will operate, monitor, and support physical facilities conditions for our data centers. Key Responsibilities Inspect, maintain, and repair various data center systems such as piping and non‑critical electrical or mechanical system components. Provide daily assistance to technicians as you read blueprints/schematics, conduct tours of systems, and assess their working order. Manage the uptime and maintenance of water pumps and treatment systems, HVAC, UPS, generators, electrical distribution, and control and monitoring systems. Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions in the data center facilities systems and equipment. Support startup, commissioning, and integration of new equipment and systems into facilities infrastructure. Compensation US: $115,000 - $166,000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google. EEO Statement Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents‑to‑be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire. Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr Google Inc.