Job Description
The Data Center Lead Building Engineer is responsible for ensuring all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems operate at peak efficiency to support 100% uptime.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily engineering and facility operations to ensure safe and efficient performance of all building systems
- Delight our tenant and onsite teams, using a data driven decision making approach for identifications of risk, probability of risk becoming issue, service level impact of risks regarding the preventative maintenance and upkeep of the critical infrastructure
- Execute and enforce preventative and corrective maintenance programs, including direct oversight of work order management
- Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and troubleshooting of system failures to prevent recurrence
- Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific procedures, including MOPs, SOPs, and emergency response protocols
- Direct and coordinate the execution of maintenance and repair activities by internal teams and vendors
- Monitor system performance, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions to maintain operational efficiency
- Maintain CMMS and associated documentation, including work orders, maintenance logs, and asset records
- Support budget tracking and assist in preparation of operational and capital budgets
- Ensure adequate inventory of tools, materials, and critical spare parts to support operations
- Evaluate system performance using operational data and recommend improvements to efficiency and reliability
- Support planning, execution, and closeout of maintenance and infrastructure-related projects
- Respond to emergency situations and support after-hours maintenance activities as required
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
- 5+ years of experience in data center engineering or critical environment operations Minimum 3 years of experience leading teams, vendors, or both
- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing operating procedures, including Method of Procedure (MOP) change control and service-impacting work plans
- Proven experience managing vendor relationships, including maintenance coordination and contract negotiation
- Experience establishing systems for documentation, tracking, and operational reporting
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships across internal teams, external partners, and local municipalities
- Deep knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems, HVAC/cooling systems, and Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Experience supporting predictive and preventative maintenance programs, including coordination with third-party providers
- Ability to identify operational risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities within critical environments
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information for non-technical stakeholders
- Experience leading onboarding, training, and team development initiatives
- Location: On-site near Temple/Burlington, TX.
- Base Pay - $160,000-$190,000
- The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks—while ensuring internal parity across our teams. In addition to competitive base pay, total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.
Benefits & Perks
- At SB Energy, we invest in our people and their families with benefits designed for flexibility, support, and peace of mind. Full-time employees enjoy:
- 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
- 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
- Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
- Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
- Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
- Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
- Device Purchase Support
- At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we’re proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now!
- To learn more about us, visit www.sbenergy.com .
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