Sr. Data Center Facilities Engineer

Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. Our work in pushing forward fields like AI, analytics, and cloud‑to‑edge technology is at the heart of countless innovations. With a career at Intel, you'll have the opportunity to use technology to power major breakthroughs and create enhancements that improve our everyday quality of life. Join us and help make the future more wonderful for everyone.Position OverviewThe Sr. Facilities Engineer – Critical Environments provides senior technical leadership to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of critical mechanical systems supporting Mission Campus data centers and critical laboratories. This senior individual‑contributor role is intentionally non‑hands‑on, acting as a strategic system owner, advisor, and escalation resource while supporting Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) partners.Key ResponsibilitiesMechanical Systems LeadershipServe as the mechanical subject matter expert for critical environments, including central utility plants, mission‑critical cooling systems, and laboratory HVAC, exhaust, and environmental control systems.Provide technical guidance and direction to ensure system reliability, operational resilience, maintainability, and lifecycle performance.Mentor and guide junior mechanical engineers, setting engineering standards and best practices across the site.Act as shutdown coordinator and leader to organize cross‑discipline major electrical and mechanical shutdowns.Lead mechanical reliability engineering, analytics, and forecasting.Develop and lead mechanical reliability programs using performance trending, KPI development, and root cause analysis.Evaluate system health, capacity, and lifecycle risk to identify resilience gaps and inform long‑term infrastructure strategies, capital planning, and reinvestment priorities.Senior Mechanical System OwnershipAct as the principal mechanical system owner and primary decision authority for both operational and project‑related mechanical systems, including cooling, HVAC, hydronic, air distribution, exhaust, water, vacuum, and compressed air systems.Maintain end‑to‑end accountability for system performance, reliability, and long‑term sustainability, ensuring engineering rigor and consistent, high‑quality decision making across all critical environments.Cross Discipline Electrical Infrastructure CoordinationMaintain working knowledge of electrical power infrastructure—including UPS systems, switchgear, transfer schemes, and controls—to understand cross‑system dependencies and operational risk.Lead and coordinate complex, cross‑disciplinary mechanical and electrical shutdowns, ensuring safe execution, clear communication, and minimal operational impact.Fire and Life Safety (FLS) System OwnershipServe as the single Intel Fire and Life Safety (FLS) system owner and primary point of contact for Mission Campus.Provide technical governance, compliance oversight, and engineering direction while the IFM partner performs routine testing, inspections, and maintenance activities.Design Review, Commissioning, and Project OversightProvide mechanical engineering oversight during design, construction, commissioning, and turnover of projects impacting critical environments.Ensure systems meet design intent, operational requirements, and long‑term reliability and maintainability standards before acceptance into operations.Vendor and IFM Technical GovernanceProvide technical governance of vendors and IFM partners by enforcing standards, conducting audits, and reviewing preventive maintenance execution and documentation.Hold partners accountable for safety, quality, and performance outcomes aligned with Intel engineering expectations.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.8+ years of experience supporting mechanical facilities equipment.5+ years of experience supporting data centers and/or advanced laboratories.Demonstrated expertise in mechanical systems including HVAC, chilled water plants, and environmental controls, utilizing troubleshooting techniques and interpreting piping and instrumentation diagrams.Proven ability to identify, analyze, and resolve immediate and systemic issues with technical equipment.Preferred Qualifications10+ years of experience supporting critical environments such as data centers and/or advanced laboratories.Experience with electrical infrastructure supporting critical facilities.Professional Engineering (PE) License.BenefitsOur total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Learn more at Intel Benefits | Intel Careers. Intel reserves the right to modify, change, or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.Job TypeExperienced HireShiftShift 1 (United States of America)Primary LocationUS, California, Santa ClaraPosting StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Work Model for this RoleThe role will be eligible for a hybrid work model, allowing employees to split time between on‑site and off‑site work. 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