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Meta · 19 hours ago

Data Center Design-Engineering Team: Architect, Building Systems Engineering

Menlo Park, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $209K/yr

10+ years exp

Meta is seeking an Architect experienced in the design and construction of Critical Facilities to join their Data Center Design-Engineering Organization: Building Systems Engineering team. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the design and engineering of data centers meet efficiency and reliability standards.

Computer Software

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Lead the development of the masterplan design for new data center regions and region expansions across the Meta data center portfolio, in conjunction with Strategic Systems & Technology Architects, New Product Teams (Site Lifecycle Management), Site Development and the Design Development & Delivery teams

Deliver technical roadmap initiatives (R&D) including novel building systems, and new core & shell system topologies and configurations. Set strategies and deliver to the Meta DC program priorities, including (but not limited to) space planning, material efficiencies, sustainability goals, CapEx reduction, OpEx reduction, speed to market in construction, (eg minimization of on-site installation labor)

Provide technical inputs and direction to ensure embedment of prior “lessons learned” into new DC Products and initiatives

Facilitate regular project meetings, retrospectives, and reviews to drive transparency and continuous improvement

Scope, manage and administer project/program level Contracts, review/approve change cost proposals, value engineering proposals, invoices, vendor reports/audits/studies and other design-related deliverables

Provide Architecture Discipline Technical leadership, delivering the following key functions: Change Management administration, including providing technical inputs, adjudication and/or escalation of key issues or changes, and progressing changes through internal processes

Standards Program: Architecture standards inputs and review

Architect Lead for MOFE/OFE/ Prefab Program

Architecture discipline information-sharing, lessons learned coordination and implementation, New Hire onboarding and x-discipline collaboration

Qualification

Registered ArchitectData center experienceBuilding systems designProject ManagementRevit/BIMGoogle SuiteLEED AccreditationConstruction managementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem solving

Required

Registered Architect

10+ years of professional experience in mission critical campus and building design, construction and/or operations

Experience on large scale design and construction projects

Experience with industry standards, building codes and safety standards. Experience in full datacenter project life-cycle activities (including producing site test fits, product and concept design development, and supporting partner Design and Construction teams, to enable successful turnover to Operations)

Experience in establishing and maintaining design standards and governance of same

Experience with Google Suite, Revit/BIM, Bluebeam, Autodesk, ACC, or similar design software applications

Project Management experience

Knowledge depth (SME) of building systems design and architectural details for steel, concrete, and mass timber structures

Knowledge in geotechnical/soils design, concrete and steel structural design, landscape architecture, sustainable design, interior/exterior finish systems, and design of culinary and physical security systems

Knowledge of mission critical building systems, including mechanical, electrical, controls, fire protection and connectivity/ telecoms systems

Knowledge of industry standards, building codes, and safety standards including IBC, ASCE, and European equivalents

Knowledge of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs

Proven analytical, troubleshooting, and problem solving skills

Experience providing solutions to complex projects under pressure

Presentation and communication skills to peers, stakeholders and leadership