Mechanical Engineer

Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) is the leading platform and productivity company for the mobile-first, cloud-first world, and its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

In the Mechanical Engineer role you will have an opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team of industry professionals across the Information Technology (IT) and Critical Environments (CE) spectrum, to support 24x7x365 on-site DC operations and mechanical infrastructures

You will be the technical authority for on-site operations related to a large-scale mission critical mechanical system and design. From establishing and coordinating maintenance & safety procedures, maintaining redundant high-capacity cooling systems; to operating and supporting (emergency) datacenter backup electrical systems (diesel generators, rotary UPS, etc.) -- you will steward vital infrastructure supporting deployments of Microsoft's online services. You will manage the mechanical systems throughout this location, ranging from a single large capacity facility, to several smaller ones -- all built using cutting edge datacenter-industry designs and equipment! Excellent customer service, interpersonal awareness, and communication skills will be pivotal in bringing your technical abilities to life, supporting Microsoft’s future success!

* 5+ Years' experience operating mission-critical, revenue-dependent, 24x7x365 facilities or mechanical infrastructures * Strong technical knowledge in the operation of facility environments' various heating and cooling systems. (Centrifugal chillers, chilled water, closed loop, adiabatic, thermal storage cooling systems, CRAH/CRAC, etc.) * Experience with alternative, energy efficient water treatment methodologies and developing chemistry programs for processed water treatment * Understanding of maintenance operation of critical environment backup electrical equipment. (Diesel generator engines, radiator, and ventilation systems, fuel oil storage, distribution, protection systems, etc.) * Knowledge of construction techniques, terminology, and documentation (Ability to interpret blueprints, electrical one-lines, construction drawings etc.) * Practical experience with building management systems and automation, controls frameworks * Bachelor/Master degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Process Engineering preferred