On-Site Data Center Facilities Engineer

Alibaba Cloud; Paris; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alibaba Cloud is seeking a Data Center Facilities Engineer in Paris to oversee safe and efficient data center operations on-site. You will manage incidents, changes, preventive maintenance, and technical optimization for critical facility systems.

Required are a bachelor’s degree and hands-on experience with electrical, HVAC, or building automation systems. French proficiency with English or Mandarin is preferred, and ACP certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience in infrastructure operations, design, or construction.
• Hands-on with electrical, HVAC or building automation systems.
• Knowledge of IDC infrastructure operating processes and maintenance standards.
• Alibaba Cloud Professional Certification (ACP) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement risk management for region-level facility incidents and coordinate root cause analysis.
• Lead on-site change plans in data halls with risk assessments and staffing.
• Execute preventive maintenance and routine inspections for facility systems.
• Participate in monthly operations reviews to assess risks and improvements.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and documentation of operations and maintenance plans.
• Provide on-site technical support and participate in equipment selection and upgrades.

Skills

Communication skills

French proficiency

English proficiency

Mandarin proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Electrical Engineering

HVAC

Automation

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Alibaba Cloud is seeking a Data Center Facilities Engineer in Paris to oversee safe and efficient data center operations on-site. You will manage incidents, changes, preventive maintenance, and technical optimization for critical facility systems.

Required are a bachelor’s degree and hands-on experience with electrical, HVAC, or building automation systems. French proficiency with English or Mandarin is preferred, and ACP certification is a plus.