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MSP-4 is Crusoe's 20 MW AI-optimized data center in Shakopee, MN, with planned expansion to 40 MW. We're
looking for a Senior Manager, Facility Operations to own day-to-day critical infrastructure operations through this
growth phase — someone who can run a tight, high-performing team today while building the staffing and operational
model that scales cleanly as capacity doubles.
This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll be accountable for uptime, safety, and operational excellence across electrical,
mechanical, and controls systems supporting high-density AI compute, while also acting as the site's operational
architect as MSP-4 grows.
MSP-4 is Crusoe's 20 MW AI-optimized data center in Shakopee, MN, with planned expansion to 40 MW. We're
looking for a Senior Manager, Facility Operations to own day-to-day critical infrastructure operations through this
growth phase — someone who can run a tight, high-performing team today while building the staffing and operational
model that scales cleanly as capacity doubles.
This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll be accountable for uptime, safety, and operational excellence across electrical,
mechanical, and controls systems supporting high-density AI compute, while also acting as the site's operational
architect as MSP-4 grows.
Own 24/7 operational readiness of all critical infrastructure: electrical distribution (switchgear, UPS,
generators, PDUs), mechanical systems (CRAH/CRAC, chillers, cooling towers, and liquid/direct-to-chip
cooling as applicable to AI density loads), fire/life safety, and BMS/EPMS monitoring platforms.
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Maintain and continuously improve Methods of Procedure (MOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs),
and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Drive root cause analysis and corrective action on any incidents or near-misses; own postmortems and track
remediation to closure.
Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime.
Build and manage a lean, cross-trained operations team (facility engineers, technicians) sized appropriately for
a 20 MW site, with a clear plan to scale staffing, shift coverage, and skill sets as the site expands to 40 MW.
Define staffing ratios, shift structures, and on-call coverage models that balance cost efficiency with uptime risk.
Recruit, develop, and retain technical talent; identify cross-training opportunities to reduce reliance on specialized outside vendors where practical.
Manage relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and Critical Facility Managers (CFMs)/staffing partners as needed to supplement core staff. Capacity Expansion (20 MW → 40 MW)
Serve as the operations stakeholder in expansion planning — partner with Design, Construction, and
Commissioning teams to ensure new capacity is integrated without disrupting live production load.
Support integrated systems testing (IST) and commissioning of new electrical/mechanical infrastructure.
Update staffing plans, spares strategy, and maintenance programs to reflect the expanded footprint.
Champion a zero-incident safety culture; ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site-specific electrical safety programs (arc flash, LOTO, etc.).
Maintain compliance with local Shakopee/Minnesota code requirements, environmental permits, and any
utility interconnection agreements tied to load growth.
Own site-level KPIs: uptime/availability, PUE, MTTR/MTBF, PM completion rate, safety metrics.
Provide regular operational reporting to Crusoe's regional/corporate leadership.
Manage OpEx budget for the site, including labor, spares, contracts, and utilities.
On-site role at Crusoe's MSP-4 facility, Shakopee, MN.
Must be available for on-call rotation and able to respond on-site during critical incidents.
Data center environment: exposure to raised-floor mechanical/electrical rooms, generator yards, and elevated
noise areas; PPE required in designated zones.
Vertically integrated AI infrastructure and energy company.
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