Data Center Engineer

Job Title

CE Facility Support Engineer – Mechanical 3

Location

Dulles (Leesburg), VA

Duration

Contract Role (Projected to extend through FY 2027)

Pay Rate

$50 to $55 per hour on W2

Job Overview

We are seeking a CE Facility Support Engineer – Mechanical to support operations within a mission-critical data center environment. This is a hands‑on role focused on maintaining and monitoring mechanical and cooling systems to ensure continuous, reliable operations.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a high‑performance environment with long‑term contract potential through FY 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Escort third‑party contractors, vendors, and service providers on site while ensuring compliance with safety and security protocols
• Perform routine equipment rounds and assist with initial assessments of system performance
• Monitor mechanical, electrical, and fire and life safety systems within the data center
• Execute preventive maintenance activities including HVAC systems such as RTU, AHU, and CRAH units
• Perform maintenance on industrial chillers, humidifiers, fire alarms, fire pumps, and generators
• Replace filters and perform non‑intrusive maintenance tasks
• Respond to system alerts such as VESDA and airflow issues
• Follow standard operating procedures for all planned and reactive work
• Ensure adherence to all safety, compliance, and physical security policies

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a data center environment is required
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in mechanical or technical fields such as HVAC, electrical, or controls
• Experience working in critical environments such as data centers, hospitals, manufacturing, or oil and gas facilities
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems including RTU and AHU
• Experience with industrial chillers and fire and life safety systems including fire alarms and fire pumps
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work in a highly regulated environment

Work Schedule

• 12 hour day shifts
• Rotating schedule with 3 to 4 working days per week
• A‑side schedule is Sunday through Tuesday and every other Wednesday
• B‑side schedule is Thursday through Saturday and every other Wednesday

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance to support employees' health and well‑being. In addition, employees have paid holidays, paid time off (if eligible) and access to a 401(k)‑retirement plan.

About BCforward

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black‑owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People‑Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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