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Lead Mechanical Subject Matter Expert at Meta
Meta is seeking a data center Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Data Center Facility Operations team in Montgomery, AL. The Mechanical SME will be the technical operations expert for mechanical infrastructure, responsible for procedure‑based mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The role requires broad knowledge of mechanical systems, including chiller systems, evaporative cooling, DX cooling, water distribution and treatment, emergency diesel generators, fire suppression systems, building automation systems, and electrical distribution.
Location:
Montgomery, AL Salary:
$47,691.00 – $58,628.00 Employment Type:
Full‑time Seniority Level:
Mid‑Senior level
Responsibilities
Serve as an onsite technical resource of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical field operation.
Ensure appropriate cross‑functional collaboration between the local mechanical team and applicable local and global teams.
Contribute to the mechanical safety program for the site.
Plan resources, author or approve work procedures for mechanical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance, focusing on risk assessment and mitigation.
Conduct or oversee hands‑on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
Oversee mechanical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity and compliance with best practices, including change control processes.
Provide QA/QC oversight of construction projects and maintenance activity.
Lead and/or participate in root‑cause analysis activities in the area of expertise.
Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross‑functional teams on mechanical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes.
Manage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit work.
Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global electrical system design improvements.
Travel expectations may be significant during the first 1–3 months for training and onboarding. After onboarding, travel expectations are 10–15% and then occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, training, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
7+ years of relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 3+ years of relevant mechanical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ years.
Experience in critical environments.
Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings.
Significant experience comprehending mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings.
Working knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles.
Theoretical and practical understanding of mechanical equipment and systems, with expertise in design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction.
Working knowledge of critical facility operations with procedure‑based work experience.
Working knowledge of electrical, controls, and fire/life safety systems.
Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross‑functional environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the data center industry.
Familiarity with ASHRAE standards.
Equipment field service engineering or representative experience.
Trade certification or state license in HVAC.
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Location:
Montgomery, AL Salary:
$47,691.00 – $58,628.00 Employment Type:
Full‑time Seniority Level:
Mid‑Senior level
Responsibilities
Serve as an onsite technical resource of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical field operation.
Ensure appropriate cross‑functional collaboration between the local mechanical team and applicable local and global teams.
Contribute to the mechanical safety program for the site.
Plan resources, author or approve work procedures for mechanical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance, focusing on risk assessment and mitigation.
Conduct or oversee hands‑on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
Oversee mechanical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity and compliance with best practices, including change control processes.
Provide QA/QC oversight of construction projects and maintenance activity.
Lead and/or participate in root‑cause analysis activities in the area of expertise.
Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross‑functional teams on mechanical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes.
Manage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit work.
Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global electrical system design improvements.
Travel expectations may be significant during the first 1–3 months for training and onboarding. After onboarding, travel expectations are 10–15% and then occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, training, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
7+ years of relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 3+ years of relevant mechanical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ years.
Experience in critical environments.
Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings.
Significant experience comprehending mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings.
Working knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles.
Theoretical and practical understanding of mechanical equipment and systems, with expertise in design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction.
Working knowledge of critical facility operations with procedure‑based work experience.
Working knowledge of electrical, controls, and fire/life safety systems.
Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross‑functional environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the data center industry.
Familiarity with ASHRAE standards.
Equipment field service engineering or representative experience.
Trade certification or state license in HVAC.
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