Equinix · 1 day ago
Cross Functional Mechanical Engineering Principal
Secaucus, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $224K/yr
10+ years expEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to drive operational excellence across US-East. This role involves leading operational improvements, providing technical expertise, and collaborating with engineering teams to optimize mechanical systems in data centers.
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Responsibilities
Lead operational improvements by guiding and tracking site teams on system optimization and efficiency initiatives as well as investigate and propose new innovative solutions
Provide technical expertise for all of East Operations as well as in design, construction, and sequence of operations to ensure reliability and performance
Advise on equipment selection and best practices, supporting internal teams as well as external consultants and contractors as needed
Collaborate with regional and global engineering teams to align standards and share best practices, with a primary focus on US-East and AMER operations
Continually diagnose opportunities and direct Site teams on operational enhancement initiatives from mechanical, electrical, and controls standpoints including detailed knowledge of system Standard Operating Objectives (SOOs) and best practices
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to establish robust operating policies, optimize selection and use of energy‑efficient cooling systems, and ensure compliance with Equinix operational requirements
Partner with global and regional counterparts to review, refine, and enhance policies and procedures, driving consistency and continuous improvement
Provide technical guidance for construction projects, partnering with site teams & design engineering ensuring Equinix standards and maintain support through commissioning ensuring proper functionality and alignment with design intent. Coordinate with project teams during system handover to verify operational readiness and provide technical guidance for smooth transition to operations
Proficiency with critical facility components & systems that may be impacted by failures or malfunctions and identify root causes either in emergency situations or routine audits/physicals ensuring corrective measures are identified and diagnosed for rapid & detailed correction
Serve as an “Energy Champion”, overseeing PUE, WUE, and other metrics with reporting for internal teams, executives & external auditors (including ISO50001)
Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations, tailoring messaging to audiences with varying levels of technical expertise
Drive and manage strategic initiatives on behalf of senior leadership
Develop and/or evaluate potential efficiency projects using IRR spreadsheets and other financial/technical criteria
Collaborate with site engineering & capacity management teams to identify power and cooling constraints, propose system modifications, and recommend solutions to overcome capacity limitations
Competent with plumbing and fire protection systems
Working knowledge of electrical systems, including system topologies and the ability to read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams
Qualification
Required
10+ years' experience in mechanical system design, operations, and/or project planning with datacenter mission critical emphasis
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
Proven ability to work cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, and construction teams
Experience developing and reviewing engineering documentation, including SOWs, design drawings, and technical reports
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated capability presenting to executive audiences
Familiarity with key efficiency metrics (PUE, WUE) and sustainability standards (ISO50001 preferred)
Ability to travel up to 20%
Preferred
Active Professional Engineering (PE) license
Experience with CFD analysis or related modeling tools
Prior involvement in global engineering standards development
Experience working in a high‑availability or 24/7 operational environment
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
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.
Company
Equinix
Equinix is an internet company that provides data center services for companies, businesses, and organizations.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.27BKey Investors
Elliott Management Corp.Crosslink Capital
2025-11-19Post Ipo Debt· $499.92M
2025-07-22Post Ipo Equity
2025-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $374.96M
Leadership Team
Adaire Fox-Martin
Chief Executive Officer & President
Keith Taylor
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-11
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