Field Electrical Engineer

Data4; Cornaredo; Ibrido; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Data4 is seeking a Technical Oversight professional to lead the electrical systems design and installation across its global data centers. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in critical operations, particularly in data center environments.

The role involves troubleshooting electrical issues, collaborating with various teams, and conducting audits to ensure operational efficiency. Proficiency in English and experience in data center design are essential.

Data4 values adaptability and responsibility, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.

Competenze

• 10+ years experience in similar position or mission-critical operations.
• 5+ years experience in Data Center Construction, Design & Engineering.
• Fluent English (B2/C1), additional languages a plus.

Mansioni

• Lead the design and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Assist Facility Managers with technical issues.
• Carry out on-site electrical audits and update documentation.
• Support Facility Managers and Critical Environment Managers.

Conoscenze

In-depth knowledge of electrical systems

Experience in data center design and engineering

Understanding of electrical codes and regulations

Hands-on experience in construction projects

Proven ability to diagnose complex electrical issues

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

Department: Operations

Position type: Fulltime

Location: All DATA4 locations (France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Germany, Greece)

DATA4'S MISSION

DATA4 creates Smart & Scalable digital facilities for our customers. Our network of highly connected, resilient and sustainable data center campuses underpins our customers’ digital growth in Europe.

DATA4 Group finances, designs, constructs and operates its own data centers. Delivered through our data center campus model, we provide our customers with secure, scalable and high-performance data hosting solutions.

DATA4 VALUES

• To be entrepreneurial – we are teams of doers who make things happen - with autonomy, energy and a sense of responsibility
• To always take responsibility – for our impact on the people we work with, the society we are part of, and the environment in which we operate
• To constantly be adaptable – our business is designed to adapt, answering not only today’s challenges, but also anticipating what’s coming next.

About the Role

Technical Oversight

• Lead the design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems, including high- and low-voltage distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, power panels, and associated control systems.
• Ensure the availability and resilience of electrical equipment supporting critical operations.

Operational Support

• Assist Facility Managers (FMs) and Critical Environment Managers (CEMs) with technical issues and critical operations.
• Provide technical expertise post-incident and contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Coordination and Knowledge Sharing

• Develop technical synergies across countries and teams to standardize best practices.
• Enhance operational team engagement through targeted training initiatives.
• Actively participate in technical discussions with customers.

Stakeholder Interface

• Collaborate with Data4 Construction, Design Engineering, and vendors to obtain technical details and studies requested by customers, particularly during audits.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES IN TERMS OF IMS CERTIFICATIONS

• Respect and enforce certification policies in terms of IMS, H&S, Environment, Information security, Energy.
• Respect and enforce health and safety rules.
• Respect and enforce environmental policies.
• Respect and enforce information security policies.
• Respect and enforce the energy management policy.

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site electrical audits on each site to collect all the technical data and update the documentation (SLD, Drawings, Discrimination studies, Functional Analysis, CMMS, EOP, SOP, etc.)
• Build a strong technical base (knowledge, skills, documentation)
• Review, adapt and harmonize the global process of electrical systems operations and support local teams in streamlining energy efficiency with proper use and settings of electrical systems
• Participation in technical assessments from the start of the construction project to the commissioning and handover phase
• Validation of the technical documentation at the handover phase
• Support Facility Managers (FM) and Critical Environment Managers (CEM) on technical issues and critical operations
• Develop a technical constructive synergy between all countries
• Increase DC Operations teams’ involvement in their job’s essentials through training, drills, knowledge checks, etc.
• Develop and implement efficient technical daily reporting to help FM and CEM to better warrant their responsibility in terms of service continuity
• Participate in technical discussions with customers and contribute to reply to their technical requests

Requirements

Education and experience

• 10+ years experience in similar position or in mission-critical operations, with background in incident management and resolution
• 5+ years experience in Data Center Construction, Design & Engineering
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Technical skills

Required

• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, including high and low voltage distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, power panels, and associated control systems
• Experience in data center design and engineering, with the ability to review, adapt, and harmonize global operations processes
• Understanding and adherence to electrical codes, standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices
• Hands‑on experience in actively participating in construction projects, especially during the commissioning phase, ensuring seamless integration of electrical systems
• Skill in validating technical documentation during the handover phase of construction projects
• Proven ability to lead the diagnosis and resolution of complex electrical issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring the reliability of data center operations

Preferred

• Experience in people management
• Ability to participate in technical discussions with customers and contribute to addressing their technical requests
• Skills in liaising with other teams and vendors to retrieve technical details and studies requested by customers during audits
• Capability to develop a technical constructive synergy between different countries, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange
• Experience in increasing operational teams' involvement through training initiatives, knowledge‑sharing, and skill development programs

Language proficiency

• Fluent English (B2/C1)
• Additional language at B1 level minimum a plus (Spanish, Polish, Italian, German)

Soft skills

• Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong collaboration skills to work closely with cross‑functional teams
• Analytical mindset and strong problem‑solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex issues
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, technologies, and project requirements
• Effective project management skills to oversee and actively participate in construction projects, ensuring timely and successful completion
• Skills in developing and implementing training programs to increase the technical knowledge and skills of operational teams