Critical Facility Engineer Mechanical - Maintenance Department

Equinix, Inc.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Leave 27 days (+3)

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Pension Plan

Subsidised lunch on location

Personal development support

Job summary

Equinix Amsterdam is seeking a Critical Facility Engineer to maintain and improve critical data-center infrastructure. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with procedures and quality standards, while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a MBO 4 level diploma or higher in mechanical engineering, fluency in Dutch and English, and a proactive, team-driven mindset.

Qualifications

• You are enthusiastic, motivated, and flexible.
• You are a true team player, customer-oriented, and solution-oriented.
• A technical diploma at MBO 4 level or higher (Mechanical Engineering, Engineering)
• Good command of the Dutch and English language
• Location is Amsterdam
• Additional diplomas in Refrigeration Technology STEK and/or F-gases are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on mechanical installations including cooling towers, piping systems, fans, pumps, and cooling systems.
• Ensure work is carried out according to procedures and is recorded properly in administration.
• Maintain work time, quality, and continuously seek efficiency and safety improvements.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and with the Critical Facility Engineers of the data centers.

Skills

Team player

Customer-oriented

Solution-oriented

Enthusiastic

Flexible

Education

MBO 4 level in Mechanical Engineering/Engineering

Tools

Refrigeration Technology STEK

F-gases certification

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.

Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

As a Critical Facility Engineer, you will be responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on Equinix data centers in the Netherlands. The department consists of electricians, mechanical engineers, a planner, and a supervisor.

Responsibilities

You will perform maintenance on mechanical installations such as:

• Cooling towers
• Piping systems
• Fans
• Pumps
• Cooling systems
• You ensure that everything is carried out according to procedures and process it in the correct administrative manner. In addition, you ensure work time, quality, and innovate in terms of efficiency and safety
• You work closely with your colleagues from Maintenance and with the Critical Facility Engineers of the data centers

Qualifications

• You are enthusiastic, motivated, and flexible
• You are a true team player, customer-oriented, and solution-oriented
• A technical diploma at MBO 4 level or higher (Mechanical Engineering, Engineering)
• Good command of the Dutch and English language
• Location is Amsterdam
• Additional diplomas in Refrigeration Technology STEK and/or F-gases are a plus

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

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.