Data Center Facilities Engineer 2

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline or other appropriate specialty, or combination of education/certification and work experience meeting the CA Engineer-in-Training requirements. At least five (5) years of directly related experience working in or in direct support of data center or mission critical facility environments.  Experience managing complex projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

This position reports to the unit manager of the University IT (UIT), Technical Facilities Department. The candidate will be a member of a team, which is responsible for the planning, management, construction and maintenance of UIT computing facilities and associated infrastructure. This includes but is not limited to: Two large computing facilities (approximately 25K square feet), nine geographically distributed Electronic Communications Hubs (approximately 18K square feet).

This position is directly responsible for the operational maintenance and construction of the building infrastructure and associated systems that directly support the University’s highly specialized and mission critical computing facilities. These systems include, but are not limited to UPS and DC power systems, power distribution systems, mechanical, plumbing, building security systems and other systems commonly found in a data center environment. This position shall coordinate and oversee maintenance and construction activities necessary to maintain and/or upgrade the building infrastructure systems to ensure maximum uptime for internal and external customer equipment that resides in these facilities.  

This position shall coordinate and project manage work performed by vendors, contractors and University maintenance staff to ensure that work is clearly defined, method of procedure documents are developed and vetted with key stakeholders and that contractual and/or other obligations are met. This position will be required to develop and maintain accurate records that clearly identify system architecture, capacity levels, and maintenance and refresh cycle data. This position will be required to participate in decisions that could affect both short and long-range requirements concerning a project.

This position shall participate in and respond to academic and administrative projects, including providing estimates, design, budgeting, project management, and subsequent maintenance of systems in accordance with SLAs etc. Take responsibility for planning and foresight on how to best utilize all UIT facilities. This would include but is not limited to evaluating and recommending changes to how facilities are built and configured, working with clients and members of UIT on the strategic distribution of equipment and services, determining how facilities are used in support of disaster preparedness and recovery and insuring adequate capacities and redundancies are provided for the assigned facilities.

Candidates should be proficient with Microsoft Office suite; Word, Excel and Outlook.  Familiar with Google GSuite applications (Docs, Sheets, etc), Adobe Acrobat, Visio or AutoCad.    Candidate should have good understanding of Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) systems with StruxureWare Data Center Operations and Data Center Expert, Panduit Synapsense systems, including building management systems for Tridium Niagara DDC or Emerson DeltaV platforms.  Candidates should have knowledge of Lenel Onguard security access control, monitoring and reporting.  Experience using ServiceNow application is desired to respond and manage client requests.

Certificates and Licenses
Must have and maintain a valid California Drivers License.
Data Center or Facility Management related certification desired

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequently sitting, perform desk-based computer tasks, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally stand/walk, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 11-40 pounds.
• Rarely kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, writing by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds.

*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job

*Explanation note regarding accommodation and applicability of physical requirements for jobs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Requires 24-hour response availability seven days per week for emergency situations.
• Required to participate on the department’s On-Call rotation schedule.
• Requires work after business hours and weekend work on occasion for maintenance and/or project related activities.
• Requires travel to multiple facilities as needed.
• May be exposed to noise > 80dB TWA.
• May work at heights 4 - 10 ft.
• Normal working hours for this position is 9:00am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday. 

WORK STANDARDS

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/.
• Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Why Stanford is for You:

Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world.  Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff.  We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow.  We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our work-class exercise facilities.  We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Stanford University’s commitment to safely and effectively meet the public health challenge presented by COVID-19 extends to ensuring University employees may work from home, or another off-site location, where determined appropriate, whenever necessary through the end of August 2021. The department will give reasonable notice when employees are expected to return to work at the Stanford and/or Redwood City campus. 
 
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
 
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job: Information Technology Services
Location: Stanford Main Campus
Schedule: Full-time permanent position upon completion of twelve (12) months probationary period
Grade: I
Job Code: 4352