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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\nJoin Equinix as a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Driving Operational Excellence Across Americas\nAs a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Americas Operations, you’ll leverage expertise in critical cooling infrastructure (Unitary/DX systems, air- and water-cooled chillers, CRAHs, and more) to enhance reliability, efficiency, safety, and capacity across Equinix’s mission-critical data centers.\nIn this role, you will:\nProvide operational expertise by reviewing and approving Methods of Procedure (MOPs), leading root cause investigations, supporting incident response, and advancing operational excellence through coaching and knowledge sharing\nDrive performance & efficiency across the portfolio by identifying operational and energy-saving opportunities, partnering with site teams in execution ensuring measurable results\nDevelop and design construction projects that improve energy efficiency, maximize sellable capacity, and strengthen the long-term resiliency of critical infrastructure\nIf you thrive on solving complex challenges and improving mission-critical systems, this is an opportunity to make an impact with the world’s digital infrastructure leader.\nResponsibilities\nOperational Support & MOP Reviews (primary focus)\nReview and approve MOPs for critical live critical mechanical work, ensuring technical accuracy, proper sequencing, redundancy protection, & risk mitigation with clear abort/back-out provisions before execution\nServe as a mechanical escalation point for operations, supporting real-time troubleshooting and decision-making during planned maintenance, non-routine work, and incident response events\nAct as the SME for critical cooling infrastructure, delivering technical expertise, operational guidance and support to data center operations teams.\nLeadership & Operational Excellence\nIdentify PUE & WUE optimization opportunities and guide Site teams on mechanical and controls improvements, leveraging Sequence of Operation (SOOs) knowledge and industry best practices\nPartner with regional and global stakeholders to develop, refine, and standardize operating procedures, engineering standards, and end-of-life asset management strategies\nProject Analysis & SOW Development\nDevelop business cases for energy efficiency and sellable capacity projects through engineering evaluations, lifecycle cost analysis and internal rate-of-return assessments\nProvide technical leadership for approved projects, partnering with site teams and project management to ensure adherence to Equinix standards from design review through construction, commissioning, and operational handover\nPartner with Site Operations and construction teams to validate system functionality, verify design intent and ensure operational readiness prior to system acceptance\nAdditional Technical Expertise\nWorking knowledge of plumbing, fire protection systems as well as high level understanding of electrical systems, including system topologies and the ability to read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams\nQualifications\n7+ years’ experience in a critical 24/7 operational data center environment with emphasis on mechanical system operations\nProven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and construction teams\nExperience developing and reviewing engineering documentation, including SOWs, design drawings, and technical reports\nExceptional written and verbal communication skills\nAbility to travel up to 25%\nPreferred Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience\n7+ years’ experience in mechanical/HVAC system design and project planning\nActive Professional Engineering license\nFamiliarity with key efficiency metrics (PUE, WUE) and sustainability standards\nThe targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:\nUnited States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 118,000 - 176,000 USD / Annual\nCanada - Toronto Office TRO : 112,000 - 162,000 CAD / Annual\nOur pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.\nThe targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.\nEquinix Benefits\nAs an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.\nEmployee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.\n\nUS Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.\n\nCanada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.\nEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.\nEquinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.\nWe use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. 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