Google · 1 day ago
Field Engineer, Data Center Tech, Data Center Operations
Google is seeking a Field Engineer for their Data Center team, responsible for operating and supporting sophisticated electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. The role involves ensuring operational efficiency, managing performance issues, and collaborating with various teams to maintain data center infrastructure.
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Responsibilities
Lead site selection (e.g., technical due diligence) and Sustained Operational Readiness Assessments (SORA) in the assigned area
Ensure cross-functional requirements related to data center operations are met consistently. Act as a resource and mentor for various site personnel (e.g., Technical Program Manager/Program Manager) to drive improvements and provide program feedback
Provide technical support for critical work activities
Provide input and direction to site teams on data center commissioning processes, procedures, and commissioning/retesting requirements, following major repairs and factory witness testing
Conduct Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC), drills, and lessons learned initiatives, acting as a post-mortem advocate and providing program-level support to ensure consistent delivery of program requirements within the region
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree, trade school certification, or other certified training in a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
10 years of experience in Electrical, Mechanical/HVAC, or controls experience in an industrial/commercial environment
Experience in mission-critical environments such as data centers, hospitals, power plants, or transmission operations
Ability to lift and move 50 lbs of equipment, and work on platforms, ladders, and under raised floors
Ability to work non-standard hours and work rotations/shifts
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or an advanced degree
Experience with the electrical and mechanical systems typical of a data center (e.g., Transformers, Generators, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, Chillers, Computer Room Air Conditioner (CRAC) units)
Knowledge of high-voltage electrical substations
Benefits
Bonus
Equity
Benefits
Company
Google specializes in internet-related services and products, including search, advertising, and software. It is a sub-organization of Alphabet.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$26.1MKey Investors
Kleiner Perkins,Sequoia CapitalAndy Bechtolsheim
2004-08-19IPO
1999-06-07Series Unknown· $25M
1998-11-01Angel· $1M
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