**Summary:** Our Data Centers are the foundation upon which our rapidly scaling infrastructure efficiently operates todeliver our innovative services. The Operational Start Up and Readiness Engineer will work at theleading edge of Facility Operations to prepare for turnover and initial operation of our growing fleet ofData Centers. Managing stakeholders spread across time zones is a significant challenge and key to thesuccess of our individual projects and overall program. The candidate will need to be experienced in critical operations, process optimization, program management and assessment. **Required Skills:** Facility Operations Operational Startup & Readiness Engineer Responsibilities: 1. Responsible for validating the successful execution of the Facility Operations Site Startup project plans for multiple locations, working closely with cross-functional teams to support meeting all project milestones during construction. 2. Identify and correct gaps in existing processes or lack thereof related to assigned locations. 3. Influence cross-functional partner involvement at both the tactical and strategic level. 4. Serve as a technical/consultative resource concerning operations of Data Center facilities and equipment through construction and initial handover. 5. Coordinate with the site Facility Operations teams to facilitate execution of the Construction/Facility Operations handover checklist. Verify all deficiencies are documented with temporary mitigation plans in place, and that a roadmap exists outlining implementation of final corrective actions and closeout. 6. Interface and coordinate with internal organizations and stakeholders to support driving Day One readiness at turnover. 7. Perform remote and local assessments of Meta team’s readiness for Day One readiness. 8. Ensure consistency and use of best practices across the fleet in transition from construction to operations and Day One readiness. 9. Provide for cross communications with counterparts at all data center sites, with the leadership team, and with adjacent operating teams to share lessons learned and best practices that optimize construction activities and Day One readiness. 10. Travel domestically and internationally as needed (25%-35%). **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 11. 8+ years experience with construction and/or operations of mission critical facilities 12. Experience leading teams and sub-contractors 13. Experience educating and influencing cross-functional teams 14. Experience communicating risk versus benefit 15. Experience in integrated change management across a global organization 16. Experience with analytical thinking with proven results to effectively distill and communicate complex details throughout all organizational levels **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 17. Bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical discipline (mechanical, electrical, or controls) 18. Formal project management training and experience 19. Intermediate to Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite and other similar collaboration software. Experience in MS SharePoint, project management software (e.g. MS Project, P6, etc.), construction management tools, and data visualization software and tools 20. Process-oriented with high attention to detail **Public Compensation:** $133,000/year to $190,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.