Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP)

The Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) is the main point of contact for electrical operations and is responsible for all aspects of data center operations related to procedure-based MEP maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The candidate will need to be experienced in Low, Medium, and High Voltage power distribution, electrical protection & controls systems, UPS & battery systems, electrical testing, applicable electrical codes & standards, critical cooling systems, HVAC systems, refrigerant based systems, and testing. Including, codes and standards and a basic understanding of plumbing systems. RESPONSIBILITIES · Technical Supervision of the operation, maintenance and repair of all Electrical, Mechanical, & Plumbing critical environment systems while maintaining 100% uptime to all related critical systems · Working with the onsite vendors to ensure the ongoing operation, maintenance and repair of the MEP, the installation of updates, and the functionality of all MEP alarms and notifications · Development of detailed emergency, maintenance, and drill procedures (in conjunction with the Engineering team) · Adherence to all quality, health & safety, and environmental policies within the Data Center domain · Follow up and close out on all MEP issues raised by the Engineering Team through daily shift reports and CMMS open WO’s · Maintain all MEP equipment at optimal operational level · Develop and keep up to date all site MEP procedures including EOPs, SOPs, MOPs and Drills; all documentation should be consistent with current T5 & client standards · Supervision of MEP related drill and scenario training aids · Generation of periodic technical reports detailing the activities and issues relevant to the Data Center domain · Provide site specific MEP training to the Operations Team · Assist in the development and training of technicians with MEP related issues · Liaise closely with the Ops team with regard to day to day issues & improvements/solutions to the operation of the Electrical/Mechanical plants · Report health and safety breaches through the site process · Ensure the professional image of T5 and the client is presented to staff and visitors at all times · Develop a good working relationship with all members of the client and supplier staff and representatives · Communicate any lessons learnt from project implementations and highlight them to the site team to ensure measures are put in place to avoid these for future deployments · Ensure the provision of a safe and healthy working environment · This role also includes assisting the operations team if required to provide additional support within Critical Environment operations · Adhere to all relevant U.S. safety laws · Complete other such duties consistent with your role as you may be assigned by T5 Ops management EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent experience, required · 5-7+ years’ experience in mission critical environments with a heavy emphasis on mechanical systems and operations KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND COMPETENCIES · Strong verbal and written communication skills required for working effectively with CFM, team members, vendors and customers on daily data center management · Good written technical proficiency to support the creation and revision of process documentation (MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs) · Above average problem-solving and analysis skills for evaluating a situation, identifying solutions, and working with leadership and teammates to resolve · Embraces a team-based mentality by building positive morale and team spirit, supporting teammates efforts to succeed, and recognizing teammates accomplishments · Able to function effectively and maintain focus in high-pressure situations · Has a “can-do” customer service attitude who is conscientious and takes personal pride in their work · Has high degree of attention to detail and completes tasks on time · Able