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Job Summary

A Global Operations Controls Engineer is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing building and process control systems within Equinix facilities. Effectively interacts with other internal and external teams, including the design engineering, site engineering, regional operations teams, onsite support vendors and consultants on projects, policies and procedures within a moderate scope.

 

Responsibilities

• Onboard asset/point/alarm configurations and validate data quality within the Building Management System (BMS) and Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) system. Resolve issues with cross-functional teams

• Review and implement the Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) and Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) calculations with cross-functional teams

• Implement new configuration and validate dataflow for power circuits within the Branch Circuit Monitoring (BCM) system

• Review electrical schematics and documentation to create electrical hierarchies within the Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) system

• Assist in training internal teams on DCIM/BCM/PUE/WUE implementation processes

 

Qualifications

• Proven years in control system design, operations, maintenance, and project planning with an emphasis and special focus on controls preferred

• Experience in critical facility environment preferred, including operations and design

• Basic understanding of typical controls, electrical, fire protection, and HVAC system operation

• Troubleshooting experience with the elements of the controls system, including field devices, controllers, network components and software systems

• Strong knowledge of the BACnet, Modbus and OPC communications protocols including protocol definition, implementation strategies, and troubleshooting

• Experience with one or more brands of controls systems including: Siemens, Automated Logic Corporation (ALC), Johnson Controls, Rockwell Controllogix, Metasys, Honeywell, Schneider Electric, Delta Controls, Delta-V, Andover, or Aveva System Platform

• Experience with data collection and conversion software such as Kepware, TopServer, Matricon, TopView, OSISoft Pi or equivalent

• Able to understand control strategies and architecture using Sequence of Operation and P&ID drawings or equivalent

This posting is a new position within our organization.

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

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 80,000 - 120,000 USD / Annual

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 73,000 - 109,000 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.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

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