Data Center Chief Engineer

MalaceHR is seeking an experienced Data Center Chief Engineer to lead our engineering operations at a critical data center facility in Sandy Utah. This role requires a strong technical background a proactive leadership style and a hands-on approach to ensuring the safe efficient and reliable operation of building systems. Data center experience is a must.

The Chief Engineer will manage a team of engineers and work closely with the Facility Manager and tenants to maintain building infrastructure oversee maintenance activities and implement operational best practices. This individual plays a key role in protecting the owners assets and maintaining the lifecycle performance of all mission-critical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily engineering operations including scheduling leadership and team development.

• Maintain a safe working environment through fire safety and environmental hazard programs.

• Conduct regular inspections of equipment and physical conditions; create work orders and repair recommendations.

• Track and report labor hours overtime and ensure payroll accuracy.

• Partner with Facility Manager and tenants during construction projects and capital improvements.

• Monitor and enforce contractor rules project compliance and noise or disruption issues.

• Drive energy efficiency initiatives and train engineering staff in energy management practices.

• Ensure accuracy in procurement activities including purchase orders competitive bids and inventory control.

• Lead vendor management efforts including quarterly reviews and performance metrics.

• Oversee testing and recording of system performance data; make improvement recommendations.

• Maintain comprehensive logbooks of equipment status settings and incidents.

• Participate in the preparation of emergency response plans and training exercises.

• Ensure all engineering activities comply with company policies and relevant codes or regulations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of Lead Operating Engineers and Operating Engineers.

• Responsibilities include: hiring training scheduling performance appraisals discipline and problem resolution.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• 57 years of experience in data center or similar mission-critical environments.

• 35 years of supervisory or Lead Engineer experience.

• Deep knowledge of data center systems: HVAC electrical plumbing automation fire/life safety.

• Familiarity with data center codes standards and best practices.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints manuals safety documents and technical procedures.

• Moderate proficiency in trades such as carpentry mechanical repair etc.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to professionally interface with tenants staff and contractors.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook Access).

• Ability to use measurement and diagnostic tools.

• Strong documentation reporting and presentation abilities.

Preferred Experience (a plus not required)

• Corrigo

• MCIM / Salesforce

• Zendesk

• ServiceNow

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Frequent walking climbing bending kneeling and overhead work.

• Use of ladders up to 30 feet and ability to work at heights.

• Availability for different shifts holidays and emergency response as needed.