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Equinix, Inc
Mechanical Engineer
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What they do
A Mechanical Engineer researches, designs, develops, constructs, and tests mechanical devices including machines, engines and tools. Works on devices ranging from power generators to household dishwashers to surgical equipment. May specialize in a particular type of machine or tool. May develop new devices or improve existing ones to run more efficiently.
$95,499 / year median in Illinois
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Who are we?
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.
Develop and design efficiency-focused construction initiatives that maximize sellable capacityDrive operational improvements by guiding and supporting site teams on cooling system optimization initiatives as well as general system operation educationProvide technical expertise as an SME for Americas Operations collaborating with regional and global teams, provide greenfield construction project support, capital equipment requirements, existing data center physicals, incidents, along with sharing best practices, with a primary focus on Canadian OperationsResponsibilitiesProject Analysis & SOW DevelopmentDevelop energy efficiency and sellable capacity projects through engineering investigations and internal rate-of-return analyses submitting project business cases for approvalProvide technical guidance for approved projects, partnering with site teams and project management to ensure adherence to Equinix standards, supporting construction through commissioning to validate system functionality and design intent, then coordinate system handover to confirm operational readiness and ensure a smooth transition into operationsLeadership & Operational ExcellenceContinually identify optimization opportunities and guide Site teams on mechanical and controls improvements, leveraging Sequence of Operation (SOOs) knowledge and industry best practicesPartner with global and regional counterparts to review, refine, and enhance policies and procedures as well as lifecycle (EOL) asset strategies, driving consistency and continuous improvementDiagnose and determine root causes of failures or performance issues across critical facility systems during emergencies or routine audits, ensuring rapid corrective action and sustained performanceServe as an \
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.
Job Summary:
As a mechanical SME for Americas Operations, you'll apply expertise in HVAC architecture-including Unitary/DX systems, air- and water-cooled chillers, CRAHs, and more-to improve reliability, efficiency, and capacity across mission-critical data centers. If you enjoy solving complex challenges and improving mission-critical systems, this is your opportunity to make an impact with the world's digital infrastructure leaderIn this role, you will:Develop and design efficiency-focused construction initiatives that maximize sellable capacityDrive operational improvements by guiding and supporting site teams on cooling system optimization initiatives as well as general system operation educationProvide technical expertise as an SME for Americas Operations collaborating with regional and global teams, provide greenfield construction project support, capital equipment requirements, existing data center physicals, incidents, along with sharing best practices, with a primary focus on Canadian OperationsResponsibilitiesProject Analysis & SOW DevelopmentDevelop energy efficiency and sellable capacity projects through engineering investigations and internal rate-of-return analyses submitting project business cases for approvalProvide technical guidance for approved projects, partnering with site teams and project management to ensure adherence to Equinix standards, supporting construction through commissioning to validate system functionality and design intent, then coordinate system handover to confirm operational readiness and ensure a smooth transition into operationsLeadership & Operational ExcellenceContinually identify optimization opportunities and guide Site teams on mechanical and controls improvements, leveraging Sequence of Operation (SOOs) knowledge and industry best practicesPartner with global and regional counterparts to review, refine, and enhance policies and procedures as well as lifecycle (EOL) asset strategies, driving consistency and continuous improvementDiagnose and determine root causes of failures or performance issues across critical facility systems during emergencies or routine audits, ensuring rapid corrective action and sustained performanceServe as an \