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Lead Critical Engineering Technician

Energi People
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/7/2025

Shift Schedule: 12-hour weekend day shift (1st week: Thursday - Sunday, 2nd week: Friday - Sunday)

Are you an experienced Critical Facilities Engineer with a strong technical background in data center infrastructure? Our client is looking for a Lead Critical Engineering Technician (LCET) to join their team team and ensure the smooth operation of mission-critical electrical and mechanical systems. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for overseeing maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimizing performance to maintain 100% uptime in a high-risk critical environment.

Your impact to the business:

  • Maintain and monitor critical electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems, including UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, and fire suppression systems.
  • Lead maintenance tasks and oversee junior technicians and third-party vendors to ensure strict compliance with SOPs and safety standards.
  • Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to optimize reliability and efficiency.
  • Write and execute Methods of Procedure (MOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Analyze Building Management System (BMS), Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM), and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) data for performance insights.
  • Assist with root cause and failure analysis (RCCA) for continuous improvement.
  • Respond to emergency situations and ensure rapid resolution of issues.

The Necessities:

  • 7 years of experience in critical facility operations, maintenance, or engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of UPS systems, HVAC operations, electrical infrastructure, and fire/life safety systems.
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and troubleshoot complex systems.
  • Hands-on experience with BMS, DCIM, EPMS, and maintenance management systems.
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor junior technicians.
  • Strong understanding of OSHA, NEC, and other safety requirements.
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, and respond to emergency situations as needed.
  • Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment, including lifting 50lbs, working at heights, and in noisy conditions.

What's in it for you?

  • Work for an industry leader in data center operations and sustainability.
  • Opportunity to lead and develop a highly skilled critical engineering team.
  • Competitive compensation, annual bonus, 401(k), health benefits, and paid time off.

If you're a technical expert in mission-critical environments looking for an exciting new challenge, apply today!

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Salary : $40 - $45

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