JAMES HOLDEN
Equinix
DALLAS,TX
15
years of professional experience
Engineering professional with history of leading high-impact projects and driving team success. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to evolving project requirements. Expertise in technical analysis and strategic planning, ensuring reliable and efficient outcomes.
Work History
IBX Senior Lead Engineer
5 Years 11 Months- Collaborated with director and facility managers to oversee shift operations, maintenance, construction, repair, and emergency response for critical and balance of plant mechanical and electrical systems and equipment. Performed site inspections and provided supervision for building and data center alarm systems.
- Supervised repair processes and implemented corrective maintenance strategies to enhance system reliability.
- Managed and maintained critical infrastructure components, ensuring optimal performance of UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life safety systems at voltages ranging from 48-60V to 13.2kV.
- Supervised documentation and data acquisition for site logs and permits, facilitating operational efficiency and adherence to guidelines.
- Managed work request processes for overseer's projects. Oversaw circuit installations to enhance operational efficiency.
- Led cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative engineering solutions.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering professional growth and enhancing technical skills.
- Streamlined project workflows, improving efficiency in engineering processes and delivery timelines.
- Evaluated vendor proposals to identify the most cost-effective options while maintaining high-quality standards for materials and services.
Critical Facilities Engineer III
7 Years 5 Months- Conducted preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on critical facilities equipment within the data center.
- Participated in the preparation of analyses and reports on the data center infrastructure, develop project plans and conduct briefings and presentations.
- Participated in the preparation of analyses and reports on the data center infrastructure, develop project plans and conduct briefings and presentations.
- Developed and enforced operational, maintenance, and emergency methods of procedure (MOPs and SOPs) to ensure consistent adherence and operational efficiency.
- Managed CMMS database updates
Lead Operating Engineer
2 Years 9 Months- Collaborated with Chief Engineer/Assistant Chief Engineer to oversee shift operations, maintenance, construction, repair, and emergency response for critical and balance of plant mechanical and electrical systems.
- Assumes the Assistant Chief Engineer’s responsibilities as necessary
- Led and monitored operation of critical and non-critical system equipment and components to ensure optimal performance.
- Oversaw CEWA work efforts, including 3rd party contractors, ensuring safe and compliant operation, maintenance, and modification of critical equipment.
Education
High School Diploma
Construction Education Foundation (CEF) - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
IFMA's Finance And Business Course - Finance And Business
OSHA 40 Certified
NFPA 70E Certification #24718 - Arc Flash Safety
Level II Thermographer # 177924581 - Infrared Thermographer Certification
Skills
Data center operations
Skilled in AutoCAD
Building fire Uninterruptible power supplies management systems
HVAC
FLS
UPSs and Facility Management (FM).
Electrical systems
Control systems
System troubleshooting
Root-cause analysis
Requirements analysis
Project coordination
Cost optimization
CMMS management
Team leadership
IT industry experience
Timeline
IBX Senior Lead Engineer
Equinix
11.2020 - CurrentRead More
Critical Facilities Engineer III
Rackspace
02.2014 - 07.2021Read More
Lead Operating Engineer
CBRE
05.2011 - 02.2014Read More
OSHA 40 Certified
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Skyline Career Development School
High School Diploma
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Tarrant County College
Construction Education Foundation (CEF) from Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
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International Facility Management Association
IFMA's Finance And Business Course from Finance And Business
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Mitchell & Lindsey
NFPA 70E Certification #24718 from Arc Flash Safety
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ITC
Level II Thermographer # 177924581 from Infrared Thermographer Certification
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