Vantage Data Centers · 1 day ago
Manager, Chief Engineer, NA
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expVantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. The Manager, Chief Engineer will be responsible for the continued and uninterrupted operation of a large Tier III data center campus, overseeing maintenance, system repairs, and leading a team of specialists.
Data CenterInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Oversee and supervise the efficient 24/7/365 operation of the facility equipment and systems
Strive toward a goal of zero down-time in operations by virtue of reliable system performance
Extensive customer service focus and interaction: evaluate all equipment and system operations, to include providing customers with engineering analysis, recommendations for improvement and energy efficiency methods
Leadership and management of all assigned personnel, to include developing/conducting performance appraisals, training plans, counseling and mentoring
Coordination, oversight and quality assurance supervision of maintenance and service repairs on all critical facility and building engineering systems to include (but not limited to); electrical distribution (12kv and lower), emergency diesel generators, UPS/Battery back-up systems, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems (Chillers, CRACs, Cooling Towers, Package Units, etc.), BMS infrastructure, fire prevention as well as other electro-mechanical and control equipment throughout the data center campus
Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with approved MOPs and the Vantage’s Mission Critical Facility work rules
Utilizes the current CMMS program to administer and refine an effective preventative maintenance plan tailored to the facility
Monitor and supervise subcontracted maintenance and repair projects, evaluating work performance and providing recommendations for utilizing in-house support whenever practical
Ensure that work responsibilities are allocated properly among subordinates by developing and implementing manpower schedules and work methods and procedures that are designed to obtain low cost and efficient operation
Establish performance standards for each phase of work, adhering to standard practices and quality levels
Coordinate the development, implementation and training of SOP/EOP/MOPs for equipment and systems throughout the data center campus. This includes existing/supported equipment and systems as well as developing technical documentation for new and/or unsupported equipment and systems
Run the site industrial safety program; assuring compliance with company policies, federal, state and local safety regulations
Manage the site Lock-out / Tag-out program, strictly adhering to OSHA regulations
Prepare operating and repair budgets, coordinating requirements with the Operations and Engineering Directors
Oversee the purchasing of parts, equipment, and services to support operations within budget. Ensure adequate spare parts are maintained to allow expeditious repairs
Establish and maintain periodic operational testing schedules for critical systems and equipment
Conduct oversight of system testing and quality assurance documentation after major system repairs and/or maintenance to ensure compliance with EPA/environmental guidelines as well as local and state regulations
Maintain and improve the site reliability program, identifying areas of concern that could develop into future problems
Develop and maintain the site training program for technicians and other staff personnel on facility equipment and systems
Perform other services determined necessary to maintain and operate all mission critical related infrastructure in an approved manner
Additional duties as assigned by Management
Qualification
Required
Minimum ten years of 'hands on' maintenance/repair/installation/commissioning level experience in mission-critical facilities (mechanical and/or electrical), including experience with mission-critical infrastructure, or in a related industrial/engineering
At least two years of leadership/management experience - proven experience in project management, meeting deadlines, directing a maintenance department, and managing and developing staff in mission-critical infrastructure environments
Possess complete understanding and working knowledge of 2N Data Center/Critical Facility infrastructure, systems, operations, maintenance and emergency responses
Strong Technical Writing skills and experience; as well as creating, coordinating, updating and/or modifying MOP/EOP/SOPs for critical facilities equipment, to include supporting new systems and researching technical requirements
Excellent customer service experience with the ability and desire to engage customers at the site to explain infrastructure or engineering related concepts, methods of improvement or explaining emergency procedures
Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain constant interaction with supervisors and managers, as well as technicians in order to maintain awareness of critical facility activities
Experience developing budgets, future plans, capital investments and repair projects with management and coordinating financial requests up to the CEO level as well as training subordinates to remain within budget
Must be open to long hours, weekend, rotating shifts, and subject to calls during hours away from plant (24/7)
Potential managers must successfully complete a background check and drug screen
Ability to stand 1/3 – 2/3 of the time
Ability to walk 1/3 – 2/3 of the time
Ability to sit 1/3 – 2/3 of the time
Ability to climb and balance 1/3 – 2/3 of the time
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl 1/3 – 2/3 of the time
Ability to reach with hands & arms 1/3 – 2/3 of the time
Ability to smell, talk & hear
Ability to use hands to type, handle & feel
Ability to reach with hands and arms
Ability to see at close and distance ranges and the ability to see color
Must be comfortable working in a high stress, fast paced environment with shifting priorities
Must be willing to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, late nights, holidays, and on-call support
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 1/3 of the time
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and AD&D
Short and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off
Employee assistance
Participation in a 401k program that includes company match
Many other additional voluntary benefits
Company
Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers designs and develops data center campuses to large cloud providers, AI enterprises, and other tech-driven businesses.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$33.95BKey Investors
La CaisseWells FargoDigitalBridge
2026-01-15Debt Financing· $341.02M
2025-09-10Private Equity· $1.6B
2025-06-03Debt Financing· $5.82B
Leadership Team
Sureel Choksi
President and CEO
Corinne Chong
CFO, APAC
Recent News
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