SkillBridge, Critical Facilities Engineer - Trainee - Ashburn, VA
Military Spouse JobsVirginia, United States
Posted February 18, 2026
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life, and planet.
Job Description
Equinix is seeking a Critical Facilities Engineer - Trainee through its DoD SkillBridge Fellowship Program. The trainee will learn about the digital infrastructure environment and gain experience in facility maintenance, infrastructure projects, and data center operations.
Requirements
- Technical associates degree, military-technical school, or civilian technical trade school completion
- Working on bachelor’s degree or relevant experience with 1-4 years in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Comprehensive knowledge of critical infrastructure i.e., UPS, generator, BMS, chillers, life safety systems
- Coursework in HVAC design or heat transfer and thermodynamics
- Knowledge of HVAC testing and balancing methodologies
- Knowledge of IT hardware and other data center operations functions
Benefits
- Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals
- Gain experience in facility maintenance, infrastructure projects, and data center operations
- Potential for permanent employment after completion of the fellowship program