Staff Engineer - IT Critical Facilities Manager

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• Develop delivery and execution plans for power delivery from grid utility and alternate power solutions to meet capacity demand.
• Design and create layouts of IT infrastructure including facilities structure, cabinets, overhead ladders and raceways, structured cabling, aisles (hot & cold), cabinets, mechanical, electrical, servers, storage, and networking equipment.
• Support in design risk evaluation, risk management, and budget control throughout the product life cycle.
• Manage change control and cost approval processes with external and internal partners in line with established procedures.
• Manage proposal reviews, contract awards, and process contract documents through established processes.
• Monitor and track proposals and contract schedules and generate weekly progress reports.
• Support contract negotiation, including the establishment of all General Contract terms including mark-ups, fees, insurance, labor rates, escalation, etc.
• Provide/gather cost estimates working with contractors and other vendors for scope gaps and changes.
• Ensure QA/QC process is being followed and report any issues/gaps.
• Assist in the coordination and management of all owner-direct vendors.
• Support evaluation of product readiness for substations and travel to meetings as required.
• Perform capacity planning and resource allocation to ensure the scalability and efficiency of our IT environment.
• Monitor and optimize the performance of IT infrastructure components to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and business requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams as needed.
• Implement and maintain security measures to protect IT assets and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Plan and execute infrastructure upgrades and migrations with minimal impact on ongoing operations.
• Document configurations, processes, and procedures to ensure knowledge sharing and operational continuity.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in IT technologies and best practices, recommending and implementing improvements as necessary.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience with knowledge in Energy/Power Substation delivery.
• 5+ years experience in the Power and Energy sector and/or mission critical facilities.
• Experience with high and medium voltage electrical systems.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods.
• Experience and general knowledge of cross-discipline teams: structural, civil, IT/Telecom, security, mechanical, architectural.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure architecture along with the minimum design requirements for network, compute and storage racks as well as layer 2/3 and virtualization platforms.
• Proven experience as a colocation, inside plant, or telecommunications facilities engineer or similar role in a large-scale IT environment.
• Solid understanding of physical design standards and IT security best practices in IT environments.
• Strong understanding of public cloud infrastructure as well as cloud-native applications, preferably with demonstrable experience in helping scale the overall global footprint of a geographically diverse production network.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze complex issues and implement effective solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Knowledge of HVAC and mechanical principles.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective technical communication.
• Able to work independently with minimal oversight for extended periods.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to stay focused on multiple projects throughout various development phases.
• Self-motivated with the ability to analyze and resolve issues promptly.
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency in writing reports, creating documents and presentations, and delivering presentations to large audiences.
• Must be flexible to travel to site/vendor facilities as needed.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, MCSE, VCP, Autodesk Certified Professional) would be a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar software for designing IT infrastructure layouts and components.

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.
• Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
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