Mechanical Engineer - Data Centre

3 Months ago • 2-8 Years • Research & Development

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Mechanical Engineer in Microsoft's CO+I, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and developing the core infrastructure of Microsoft's global data centers. Responsibilities include supporting 24/7 operations, overseeing large-scale mechanical systems, collaborating on designs for new projects and upgrades, establishing maintenance and safety procedures, and working with suppliers. You'll act as a technical authority for on-site operations and contribute to the sustainability efforts within data center design and operation. The role demands collaboration with IT and Critical Environments teams to ensure the reliable functioning of Microsoft's online services.
Must have:
  • 5+ years experience OR Bachelor's degree + 2+ years experience
  • Data center experience preferred
  • Understanding of large-scale mechanical systems
  • Collaboration and problem-solving skills
  • Safety and compliance adherence
Good to have:
  • 8+ years experience OR Bachelor's degree + 5+ years experience
  • Experience with backup electrical systems
  • Supplier management expertise
  • Project management experience
Perks:
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Networking opportunities

Job Details

Overview

Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I Mechanical Engineer, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. 

 

Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 datacenters in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.

 

With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.

 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years related technical engineering experience
    • OR Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 2+ years related technical engineering experience
    • OR Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 1+ years related technical engineering experience
    • OR equivalent experience.

Background Check Requirements:

 

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: 

  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
  • Citizenship Verification: This position requires verification of Australian Citizenship to meet federal government security requirements.
  • NV1/2, PV Clearance Assessment: This position may require an enhanced background check conducted through the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency.

While not required, we also look for the following Preferred Qualifications:

  • Data centre experience.
  • 8+ years related technical engineering experience
    • OR Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years related technical engineering experience
    • OR Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years related technical engineering experience
    • OR Doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 1+ years related technical engineering experience
    • OR equivalent experience.

 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

  • A strong desire and capability to learn, grow, and develop new skills 
  • Empower a culture of safety, security, and compliance in all aspect of data center activities  
  • Understand the design and functionality of your datacenter  
  • Work alongside a team of industry professionals across the Information Technology (IT) and Critical Environments (CE) spectrum to support 24x7x365 on-site datacenter operations and mechanical infrastructures.  
  • Act as the technical authority for on-site operations of large-scale mechanical systems and designs. 
  • Collaborate with the Operations and Design team to develop data center (DC) mechanical designs, starting from project conception to issue for construction (IFC) for new DC projects build outs and major infrastructure upgrades. 
  • Establish and coordinate maintenance & safety procedures, maintaining redundant high-capacity cooling systems; to operating and supporting datacenter backup electrical systems (diesel generators, rotary UPS, etc.) 
  • Steward vital infrastructure supporting deployments of Microsoft's online services.  
  • Assist with supplier selection and overseeing mechanical supplier execution 
  • Learn, live, and coach the One Microsoft culture and values.? Lead through change by bringing clarity, generating energy, and delivering success 
Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.
Industry leading healthcare
Educational resources
Discounts on products and services
Savings and investments
Maternity and paternity leave
Generous time away
Giving programs
Opportunities to network and connect

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