Data Center Engineer

FairPlay Engineering; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data center provider in Amsterdam is seeking a hands-on technician to oversee daily operations within a highly secure environment. The ideal candidate will have an MBO-level degree in electrical engineering, experience with electrical and mechanical systems, and be fluent in both Dutch and English. Responsibilities will include performing maintenance on cooling systems and managing electrical installations. Join a dynamic team where every day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• MBO-level degree, preferably in electrical engineering.
• Experience with both electrical and mechanical systems.
• Comfortable working independently, including during on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural and facility-related maintenance.
• Maintain cooling systems: air, cooling water, chilled water.
• Manage electrical installations: mains power, UPS, emergency generators.

Skills

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Fluency in Dutch

Fluency in English

Education

MBO-level degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Cooling systems

Control and measurement technology

Job description

Behind every seamless cloud experience, there’s a powerhouse of infrastructure, and that’s where you come in. If you're a hands‑on technician with a knack for electrical systems or cooling tech, this is your chance to step into a mission‑critical role.

About the Company

Our client is the leading regional data center provider in the Netherlands, with a strong footprint across more than 10 Data Centers. You’ll be part of a highly secure, tightly controlled environment where precision, safety, and operational continuity are everything.

What Will You Do?

You’ll be responsible for the daily technical operations of the data center, supporting and maintaining infrastructure to the highest standards.

• Perform structural and facility‑related maintenance
• Maintain cooling systems: air, cooling water, chilled water
• Manage electrical installations: mains power, UPS, emergency generators, pumps
• Troubleshoot systems based on control and measurement tech (temperature, pressure, speed)
• Work closely with the Technical Facility Manager to keep things running 24/7
• Join a rotating on‑call duty roster to support operational continuity

What Do You Bring?

You’re self‑driven, communicative, and you thrive in high‑tech environments where no two days are the same.

• MBO‑level degree, preferably in electrical engineering
• Experience with both electrical and mechanical systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities
• Comfortable working independently, including during on‑call shifts
• Fluent in both Dutch and English (a must)
• Valid driver’s license (B) and access to transportation
• Bonus points if you hold certifications like VCA VOL, CDCP, or CDCS
• Important: due to proximity to high‑voltage systems, you must not have electronic implants

Do not hesitate to apply if this is the role for you!