Data Center Engineer

Airswift; København; On-site; DKK 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Data Center Engineer in Copenhagen, Denmark. You will monitor, operate, and maintain critical facility systems, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire/life safety, to ensure uptime above 99.999%.

The role involves coordinating with vendors, managing maintenance records, and supporting on-call rotations. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in data center environments, strong troubleshooting skills, and proficiency in Danish and English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating and maintaining critical infrastructure in data center, industrial facility, or mission-critical environment.
• Strong understanding of Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire & life safety systems, and Building Management Systems.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical background preferred.
• Experience with Transformers, Utility feeders, Generators, UPS systems, ATS/STS equipment, Power distribution, Chiller plants, CRAC units, BMS.
• Electrical or mechanical certification/qualification preferred.
• Ability to create and maintain operational procedures and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and maintain critical facility systems.
• Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance activities.
• Conduct routine inspections of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment.
• Respond to alarms, environmental issues, and operational incidents.
• Manage and update work orders and maintenance records.
• Utilize ticketing and change management systems.
• Coordinate with third-party service providers and contractors.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across site operations.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs.
• Conduct site walkthroughs and infrastructure inspections.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours support.
• Provide basic customer and IT-related support as required.

Skills

Electrical Systems

HVAC Systems

BMS/BAS

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical background (preferred)

Tools

UPS systems

ATS/STS equipment

Job description

Data Center Engineer - Copenhagen, Denmark

Join a leading provider of data center services supporting some of the world's most critical digital infrastructure. We are seeking a Data Center Engineer to support operations in Copenhagen, Denmark. This role is responsible for ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems within the data center operate at peak performance. You'll play a key part in maintaining the reliability and uptime of mission-critical environments while working alongside site management and specialist vendors.

About the Role

• Diesel generators
• Power distribution systems
• UPS systems
• PDUs
• Air Handling Units (AHUs)
• Chiller systems
• Cooling towers
• Pumps and motors
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS)
• Fire and life safety systems

The environment supports critical infrastructure with uptime requirements exceeding 99.999%, making reliability, attention to detail, and strong technical skills essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and maintain critical facility systems.
• Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance activities.
• Conduct routine inspections of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment.
• Respond to alarms, environmental issues, and operational incidents.
• Manage and update work orders and maintenance records.
• Utilize ticketing and change management systems.
• Coordinate with third-party service providers and contractors.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across site operations.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs.
• Conduct site walkthroughs and infrastructure inspections.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours support.
• Provide basic customer and IT-related support as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating and maintaining critical infrastructure within a data center, industrial facility, or mission-critical environment.
• Strong understanding of: Electrical systems, HVAC systems, Plumbing systems, Fire and life safety systems, Building Management Systems
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical background preferred.
• Experience with: Transformers, Utility feeders, Generators, UPS systems, ATS/STS equipment, Power distribution systems, Chiller plants, CRAC units, Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills in both Danish and English.
• Electrical or mechanical certification/qualification preferred.
• Ability to create and maintain operational procedures and technical documentation.

Location

This is a full-time position based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Occasional travel may be required.

Why Apply?

Join a growing and highly respected organization within the mission‑critical infrastructure sector. Work on cutting‑edge data center environments. Develop your technical expertise within a fast‑paced and expanding industry. Access ongoing training and career development opportunities. Be part of a collaborative team focused on operational excellence and safety.