Data Center Electrical Critical Facilities Engineer
Key Skills
Job Description
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to quality, success, and high customer satisfaction.
This role is Monday - Friday 40 hours per week with around 6-10 weeks a year on call, making it a positive work/ life balance.
Your tasks include:
Maintenance of the Technical Facility Management infrastructure (electrical, mechanical, security, control systems, fire and security systems)
Monitoring alarms and responding to notifications
Performing preventive and corrective maintenance
Analyzing failures and proposing improvements to increase infrastructure availability
Taking proactive actions and documenting work orders in the Asset Management System (Maximo)
Operating the technical infrastructure safely and efficiently
Participating in various projects from modification to new construction, including drafting technical specifications, evaluating quotes, and providing advice for contract awards
Coordinating work according to Equinix procedures
Providing daily, weekly, and monthly status reports to the Technical Facility Manager
Training new employees and sharing knowledge within the CFE team
Supporting new installations (customer installations)
Ensuring procedures are followed to achieve the highest level of service
Your profile:
Minimum completed MBO education or equivalent
You will be either electrically or mechanically biased
Demonstrable work experience as a maintenance technician, facility manager, or service engineer
Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required, and Dutch is preferred
Service-oriented and solution-focused
Willingness to work on-call shifts
Experience in project management
Motivated and flexible
Based in the Netherlands
What We Offer:
A competitive salary based on knowledge and experience
Flexible working
An opportunity to learn and in a supportive environment!
27 days of leave with the option to purchase 3 additional days
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Company Pension Plan
Subsidised lunch provided on location (voluntary opt in)
Comprehensive support for personal development and growth, both in terms of time and financial resources
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Core Responsibilities
Maintain and ensure the technical operation of electrical, mechanical, and security systems within data centers. Coordinate with subcontractors and manage preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure full infrastructure availability.
Requirements
Requires a minimum MBO education or equivalent with a bias toward electrical or mechanical engineering. Candidates must have demonstrable experience as a maintenance technician or facility manager and be proficient in English.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Flexible Working
- 27 Days Of Leave
- Option To Purchase 3 Additional Days
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Company Pension Plan
- Subsidised Lunch
- Personal Development And Growth Support
About Equinix
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size: 10,001+ employees
Equinix (Nasdaq: EQIX) is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, enabling digital leaders to harness a trusted platform to bring together and interconnect the foundational infrastructure that powers their success. Equinix enables today’s businesses to access all the right places, partners and possibilities they need to accelerate advantage. With Equinix, they can scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value.