Lead Operating Engineer

Lead Operating Engineer

Seeking experienced electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and facility operating technicians for data center facility operations engineer roles. The Engineer Lead role provides the opportunity to expand your skills and experience while supporting mission-critical infrastructure operations within a high-availability data center environment. This position combines hands-on technical work with day-to-day leadership responsibilities, supporting facility operations, preventative maintenance, and repair activities for critical building systems.

The Engineer Lead works closely with engineering staff, vendors, and site leadership to ensure the safe and reliable operation of power, cooling, and mechanical infrastructure that supports data center operations. This role operates in a 24x365 mission-critical environment and helps ensure that all facility systems are maintained in accordance with company standards, client requirements, and industry best practices. There is a strong emphasis on acquiring operational qualification within six months of training commencement. Advanced level qualification is expected within 3 years. Individuals will be required to work rotating shifts and scheduled overtime, as well as successfully pass onsite yearly recertification.

Essential Responsibilities

As an Engineer Lead, you will work alongside engineering staff to maintain continuous facility operations and ensure proper coverage 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year. Daily responsibilities include monitoring infrastructure systems, performing inspections and maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and supporting operational activities across the facility.

• Monitoring and operating building infrastructure and energy management systems.
• Ensuring continuous operation of critical systems including electrical distribution, HVAC, cooling systems, generators, UPS systems, and other supporting infrastructure.
• Performing preventive maintenance on facility equipment in accordance with company standards, manufacturer recommendations, and industry best practices.
• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Conducting regular facility inspections and documenting equipment condition and operational status.
• Coordinating and overseeing maintenance activities performed by vendors and subcontractors.
• Responding to emergency situations such as equipment failures, alarms, fire events, or facility disruptions.
• Providing technical guidance and day-to-day support to engineering staff.
• Assisting with commissioning, installation, and startup of facility equipment.
• Maintaining accurate work orders, preventative maintenance records, and operational logs using the CMMS system.
• Ensuring compliance with all safety policies, operating procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Assisting with facility documentation including reports, maintenance records, and operational updates.
• Supporting ongoing training and development of engineering staff.

Key Competencies

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to lead by example and provide technical guidance to peers
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical, vocational, or trade school training preferred

Important Experience

• Experience working in mission-critical facilities such as data centers, industrial plants, or similar environments
• Hands-on experience with building infrastructure systems including electrical distribution, HVAC, chillers, generators, and UPS systems
• Experience performing preventative maintenance and equipment troubleshooting
• Experience with building automation systems and CMMS platforms preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment

Work Environment

This position operates in a mission-critical facility environment and requires regular movement throughout the building to inspect equipment and perform maintenance activities. The role may require working rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime to support facility operations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

AAP/EEO Statement:

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.