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Ohio's operations engineer job market is anchored by major manufacturers, logistics companies, and energy firms concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Employers like Procter and Gamble, Emerson Electric, and large healthcare systems regularly hire operations engineers and have established visa sponsorship programs for qualified international candidates.
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INTRODUCTION
Led by an experienced management team and supported by a strong investor group, including large and experienced institutions and strategic partners, EdgeConneX offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where we are bringing flexibility, proximity, power, and connectivity to some of the world’s key businesses. With major offices in Herndon, Denver, and Amsterdam, we have a global footprint and a unified team of employees committed to providing a premier customer experience and delivering the full spectrum of data center solutions, from core to edge, like no other data center provider can do.
Focused on driving innovation and helping our customers define and deliver their own unique vision for the Edge, at any scale, in any market worldwide, for any requirement, we are building tomorrow’s data center infrastructure, today for some of the world’s most demanding Network, Content, and Cloud customers.
TITLE: Lead Data Center (Electrical) Operations Engineer – New Albany, Ohio
The Lead Electrical Operations Engineer will support the local data center site team on advanced electrical engineering duties within the New Albany, Ohio hyperscale datacenter campus. This position reports to the Site Chief Engineer and requires someone to be onsite daily. There is a limited amount of travel (10%) associated with this role domestically. This position certainly has growth potential to management, but it does not have direct reports currently.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide oversight of critical infrastructure and building electrical systems.
- Operate critical infrastructure to include MV switchboards, Transformers, Generators, ATS/STS, UPS, PDU’s, RPP’s.
- Issue identification and resolution through RCA and remediation processes.
- Coordination and oversite of maintenance and corrective activities.
- Coordination and oversite of customer requests.
- System analysis and reporting.
- Completion of self-performing PM/CM activities in accordance with ECX standards.
- Development and execution of MOP’s.
- Supervise on-site subcontractors.
- Support the regional team as required in support of customer reporting and QBRs.
- Ensure consistent and accurate updates to tickets, WO’s, and associated communications.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Detailed knowledge of critical infrastructure - to include MV switchboards, Transformers, Generators, ATS/STS, UPS, PDU’s, RPP’s.
- Ability to read and assess single line diagrams, technical manuals and engineering plans.
- Extensive experience carrying out MOP/EOP/SOP.
- Strong communications, both written and verbal, coordinating with local and regional team.
- Commitment to organizational excellence and constant awareness to seek opportunities to improve processes/quality of deliverables.
- Ability to prioritize and manage breadth of responsibilities.
- Ability to meet committed timelines, leveraging assistance/input from team.
- Strong and effective team player in working with various disciplines and peer groups; can cover all gamut of tasks required to ‘getting a job done.’
- Strong attention to detail.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
- 5+ years of experience managing data center electrical infrastructure.
- 3+ years of experience managing a team of service technicians focused in electrical infrastructure, serving as an escalation point and mentor on the most difficult issues onsite.
- Strong, demonstrated interest in data center technology with a passion for continued learning.
- Strong knowledge and experience in supporting a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Any experience working in pre-deployment phases of a data center, i.e. pre-construction or construction environments would make a candidate stand out.
- Candidates possessing direct experience in leading electrical engineering efforts at a hyperscale data center facility are highly encouraged to apply.
TRAVEL
This position will be located at the New Albany, Ohio EdgeConneX Data Center facility however, regular travel (approximately 10%) will be required to manage additional Data Centers within the Region as well as for annual and quarterly company meetings.
EdgeConneX believes inclusion – of thought, backgrounds and experiences – affects all that we do, from our employees to the solutions we deliver. Our goal is to create an environment where embracing differences helps deepen the lives and work experience of our employees, enhances our innovation and creativity, and enriches our involvement in our communities. EdgeConneX is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, as well as any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
EdgeConneX offers a competitive benefits package.

INTRODUCTION
Led by an experienced management team and supported by a strong investor group, including large and experienced institutions and strategic partners, EdgeConneX offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where we are bringing flexibility, proximity, power, and connectivity to some of the world’s key businesses. With major offices in Herndon, Denver, and Amsterdam, we have a global footprint and a unified team of employees committed to providing a premier customer experience and delivering the full spectrum of data center solutions, from core to edge, like no other data center provider can do.
Focused on driving innovation and helping our customers define and deliver their own unique vision for the Edge, at any scale, in any market worldwide, for any requirement, we are building tomorrow’s data center infrastructure, today for some of the world’s most demanding Network, Content, and Cloud customers.
TITLE: Lead Data Center (Electrical) Operations Engineer – New Albany, Ohio
The Lead Electrical Operations Engineer will support the local data center site team on advanced electrical engineering duties within the New Albany, Ohio hyperscale datacenter campus. This position reports to the Site Chief Engineer and requires someone to be onsite daily. There is a limited amount of travel (10%) associated with this role domestically. This position certainly has growth potential to management, but it does not have direct reports currently.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide oversight of critical infrastructure and building electrical systems.
- Operate critical infrastructure to include MV switchboards, Transformers, Generators, ATS/STS, UPS, PDU’s, RPP’s.
- Issue identification and resolution through RCA and remediation processes.
- Coordination and oversite of maintenance and corrective activities.
- Coordination and oversite of customer requests.
- System analysis and reporting.
- Completion of self-performing PM/CM activities in accordance with ECX standards.
- Development and execution of MOP’s.
- Supervise on-site subcontractors.
- Support the regional team as required in support of customer reporting and QBRs.
- Ensure consistent and accurate updates to tickets, WO’s, and associated communications.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Detailed knowledge of critical infrastructure - to include MV switchboards, Transformers, Generators, ATS/STS, UPS, PDU’s, RPP’s.
- Ability to read and assess single line diagrams, technical manuals and engineering plans.
- Extensive experience carrying out MOP/EOP/SOP.
- Strong communications, both written and verbal, coordinating with local and regional team.
- Commitment to organizational excellence and constant awareness to seek opportunities to improve processes/quality of deliverables.
- Ability to prioritize and manage breadth of responsibilities.
- Ability to meet committed timelines, leveraging assistance/input from team.
- Strong and effective team player in working with various disciplines and peer groups; can cover all gamut of tasks required to ‘getting a job done.’
- Strong attention to detail.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
- 5+ years of experience managing data center electrical infrastructure.
- 3+ years of experience managing a team of service technicians focused in electrical infrastructure, serving as an escalation point and mentor on the most difficult issues onsite.
- Strong, demonstrated interest in data center technology with a passion for continued learning.
- Strong knowledge and experience in supporting a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Any experience working in pre-deployment phases of a data center, i.e. pre-construction or construction environments would make a candidate stand out.
- Candidates possessing direct experience in leading electrical engineering efforts at a hyperscale data center facility are highly encouraged to apply.
TRAVEL
This position will be located at the New Albany, Ohio EdgeConneX Data Center facility however, regular travel (approximately 10%) will be required to manage additional Data Centers within the Region as well as for annual and quarterly company meetings.
EdgeConneX believes inclusion – of thought, backgrounds and experiences – affects all that we do, from our employees to the solutions we deliver. Our goal is to create an environment where embracing differences helps deepen the lives and work experience of our employees, enhances our innovation and creativity, and enriches our involvement in our communities. EdgeConneX is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, as well as any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
EdgeConneX offers a competitive benefits package.
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Which companies sponsor visas for operations engineers in Ohio?
Large Ohio-based manufacturers and multinationals are the most consistent sponsors. Procter and Gamble in Cincinnati, Emerson Electric, Rockwell Automation in Cleveland, and major logistics operators around Columbus have active sponsorship histories for operations engineer roles. Healthcare systems like Cleveland Clinic and OhioHealth also hire operations engineers and have HR infrastructure to support H-1B petitions.
Which visa types are most common for operations engineer roles in Ohio?
The H-1B is the primary visa category for operations engineers in Ohio, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field. Candidates with Canadian or Mexican citizenship may qualify for TN status under the engineer category, which offers a more straightforward process without the lottery.
Which cities in Ohio have the most operations engineer sponsorship jobs?
Columbus leads in volume, driven by its logistics, distribution, and growing tech sector. Cleveland is strong in manufacturing, energy, and healthcare operations, with a dense cluster of large employers. Cincinnati's industrial base, anchored by consumer goods and chemical manufacturing, also produces consistent openings. Dayton and Akron have smaller but active markets tied to aerospace and polymer manufacturing respectively.
How to find operations engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates and filters operations engineer roles in Ohio by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not sorting through listings from employers who won't sponsor. The platform focuses on companies with verified sponsorship histories, which is especially useful in Ohio's manufacturing and logistics sectors where hiring for international candidates varies significantly by employer.
Are there any Ohio-specific factors that affect visa sponsorship for operations engineers?
Ohio's engineering job market benefits from strong university pipelines through Ohio State University, Case Western Reserve, and the University of Cincinnati, which means employers are accustomed to hiring international graduates on OPT before transitioning to H-1B sponsorship. The state's concentration of manufacturing and supply chain operations also means many roles align well with H-1B specialty occupation requirements, though sponsorship decisions ultimately depend on the individual employer.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored operations engineer jobs in Ohio?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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