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Facebook is seeking a data center Electrical Subject Matter Expert to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our systems operate to meet the demands of our customers. The Electrical Subject Matter Expert will need to have a broad understanding of electrical system and equipment function and will be responsible for procedure-based electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The candidate will need to be experienced in Low Voltage & Medium Voltage power distribution (High Voltage is a plus!), electrical protection & controls systems, UPS & battery systems, electrical testing, applicable electrical codes & standards, and have a basic understanding of mechanical systems.
Electrical Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities
  • Serve as primary onsite technical resource of electrical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical/field application
  • Author or approve work procedures to cover electrical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing & mitigating personnel and system risk
  • Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of electrical equipment
  • Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of initial campus construction, retrofit projects & maintenance activity
  • Lead and/or participate in root-cause analysis activities in area of expertise
  • Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross functional teams on electrical equipment/systems, procedures, and changes
  • Manage vendor relationships for electrical maintenance and retrofit work
  • Provide feedback on global electrical maintenance strategies
  • Provide feedback on global electrical system design improvements
  • Other duties as required to support the operation of Facebook data centers
  • Travel expectations: Can be significant during first 1-3 months for initial training/onboarding and then ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 7+ years relevant electrical industry experience or electrical trade level experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field plus 3+ years relevant electrical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ year relevant electrical industry experience
  • Expansive theoretical & practical understanding of power equipment & systems, with expertise in electrical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction
  • Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work
  • Working knowledge of mechanical, controls, and life safety monitoring systems
  • Significant experience in comprehending electrical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings
  • Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite - Word, Excel and Outlook
Preferred Qualifications
  • 7+ years’ experience in a data center or other critical environment
  • NETA or NICET electrical testing experience/certifications
  • Equipment field service engineering experience
  • Experience in Instrumentation & control, power system protection, power automation, etc.
  • Experience in high Voltage (up to 345kV) equipment construction, operation, and maintenance
  • Trade Certification or state license as an electrician
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$110,000/year to $156,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Please note the national salary range listed in the job posting reflects the new hire salary range across levels and U.S. locations that would be applicable to the position. Final salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s final level and final location. Also, this range represents base salary only and does not include the company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity, or benefits , if applicable.
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