Data Center Electrical Engineer

Fidelity
Fidelity

Other Engineering · Full-time

Morrisville, NC, USA

Posted on Sep 23, 2026

Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Job Description:

The Role

The Electrical Shift Engineer provides support for the multiple critical business environments that the engineering department is responsible for. This position requires the ability to work within a highly trained 7 X 24 engineering team. Must support a team environment and work towards common goals and objectives for the department. This position will be filled by a seasoned Shift Engineer that has demonstrated complete knowledge of the site and the equipment contained within. Effective verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills are a must.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate inspections, testing, calibration, maintenance, and repairs of electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Manage and oversee third-party vendors to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.
  • Maintain secure and reliable operation of critical infrastructure and control systems.
  • Perform and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of power, cooling, heating, and building systems.
  • Complete accurate daily logs, inspections, rounds, and maintenance documentation.
  • Communicate operational issues and escalate concerns to engineering leadership as needed.
  • Respond to electrical alarms, UPS/generator events, and other critical incidents following established procedures.
  • Operate and maintain fire detection and suppression systems.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, information security, and regulatory requirements.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Safely handle hazardous materials, refrigerants, chemicals, and electrical systems.
  • Lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work at heights, and perform physical maintenance activities safely.
  • Provide overtime and emergency coverage as required.
  • Perform additional site-specific duties to support facility operations.

Note: Role is hands-on performing mechanical maintenance tasks and repairs. It is not an IT related position.



The Expertise and Skills You Bring

  • Electrical Trade License plus (3) years minimum of trade experience
  • Universal EPA certification preferred
  • Data Center Engineering and supervision experience desirable
  • AAS in a technical discipline desirable
  • Direct interface with IT Hardware planning and change control environments preferred
  • Ability to read construction prints, submittal information, and O&M manuals.
  • Ability to navigate and use BMS, EPMS, and CMMS systems.
  • Knowledge to use Microsoft programs Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook.
  • Universal refrigerant or journeyman electrical license preferred.
  • Ability to develop and maintain SOP’s, MOP’s, and EOP’s.
  • A working knowledge of best trade practices for electrical, HVAC, or plumbing with a basic understanding of fire safety systems and IT infrastructure.
  • Organized with attention for detail

The Team

The dedicated members of the data center engineering team serve a critical role by maintaining power and temperature control to the computer equipment that supports the enterprise. We work in conjunction with enterprise infrastructure and hardware maintenance teams to maintain the operational integrity of the data center.


Fidelity’s Onsite Working Model
Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.

Certifications:

Category:

Real Estate

Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.