Capacity Engineer, Senior Staff (CFD)

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Job Summary

The Capacity Engineer Senior Staff leads the team and works with others to solution a variety of data center mechanical and design issues for Data Center installations within a moderate scope.  The primary focus of this role will be the creation, interpretation, and distribution of CFD models and makes recommendations for system level enhancements to eliminate potential cooling issues.

 

 

Prior Knowledge

Engineering

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or related field with 10+ years in mission-critical/data center environments.

• Mastery in vapor-compression refrigeration cycle and its application in mechanical HVAC design.

• Expert level understanding of sensible and latent heat, including their associated thermodynamics equations

• Proven expertise in chilled water systems, economizers, CRAH/CRAC units, ACUs/RTUs, IDECs, and Liquid Cooling.

• Expert in HVAC controls systems, including setpoint strategies, sequence of operations and Control logic.

• Understanding system redundancy and failure scenarios

• Strong familiarity with ASHRAE guidelines and environmental regulations.

• Prior experience in Data Center mechanical engineering design or operations is preferred.

Responsibilities
Computational Fluid Dynamics

• Creates CFD models in support of regular sales activities, project justifications, and for troubleshooting of thermal issues arising within our facilities

• Subject matter expert to guide others internal and external to group. Assist team to perform reviews of models built by others and provide constructive feedback

 Mechanical Engineering

• Evaluate mechanical design plans and identify potential cooling limitations

• Implement solutions to existing thermal management challenges

• Develop datacenter floor zoning plans to ensure efficient infrastructure planning.

• Assists Capacity Engineers with assessment of high-power density customer deployments

• Review impact of containment walls and privacy screens on facility cooling system performance

• Completes Power Utilization Effectiveness (PUE) calculations for facilities with input from Capacity Engineers and Site Operations

• Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification is a plus.

Space Planning & Design

• Creates standard Cage-Cabinet design options that respond to moderate customer requirements, Equinix requirements and physical site constraints

• Prepares notional Cage-Cabinet layouts, area calculations and diagrams for each individual standard data center within a moderate scope                                                      

• Maximizes space utilization to develop the best design solution for the data center and the customer

Engineering

• Utilizes developed knowledge of electrical/mechanical infrastructure to notionally attribute standard Cage-Cabinet designs against data center infrastructure within a moderate scope

• Utilizes developing skills in preparing high-density review cases

• Works with more senior members in the validation and updating of data center infrastructure data within capacity systems

Problem Solving

• Solves standard, cross-functional issues that span multiple groups

• Uses developing skills to identify and understand underlying issues

• Understands when and to whom to escalate

Data & Drawing Management

• Works with site operations to address discrepancies with documentation of facility infrastructure and installation of customer cages within a moderate scope

• Ensures that AutoCAD drawings and capacity systems correctly represent existing status of the data center within a moderate scope

• Identifies and make corrections as necessary to match existing site conditions and update calculations as needed for upgraded or new equipment installations.

Mentorship & Collaboration

• Mentor and coach engineers within the HVAC/mechanical discipline

• Collaborates with various teams to identify any power/cooling issues that affect space capacity

• Answers standard inventory-related questions from cross-functional departments

• Ability to engage and gather input from appropriate stakeholders to reach the right solution for the company and the customer within a moderate scope

• Where planning decisions are in dispute between sales and operational needs, the engineer is expected to escalate to the right level

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and multi-tasking skills.

Capacity Feasibility & Optimization

• Works with Capacity and/or site engineers to identify power and cooling limitations, discuss potential modifications, and develop moderate solutioning

• Acts as a backup point of contact for the capacity review process to ensure that the space being assigned maximizes the value of our data centers

• Provide solutions for more complex models that require in-depth review of the mechanical systems and controls

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) experience, typically 7+ years experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software, Cadence Reality DC/6Sigma Room preferred

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 118,000 - 176,000 USD / Annual

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 94,000 - 142,000 CAD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

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