Site Engineer II

Digital Realty Trust, L.P.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Realty Trust, L.P. is looking for an entry-level Electrical Safety Engineer to assist with safe operation and maintenance of electrical systems in our Amsterdam data centers. You will help authorize electrical works, uphold safety regulations, and support audits while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will develop expertise in electrical safety, assist in training staff and suppliers, and contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement in our critical facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with electrical focus required.
• 1–2 years of experience in electrical engineering or data center operations preferred.
• Commercial awareness and proactive problem solving are expected.
• Ability to travel and a valid driver’s license are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the safe operation and maintenance of electrical systems in data centers.
• Support the authorization and oversight of electrical works, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold safety and operational standards.
• Administer safe systems of work and support audits for electrical safety compliance.
• Assist in training and assessing staff and suppliers, learning to interpret safety rules.
• Participate in oversight activities, including competence vetting for safety permitting.
• Maintain documentation and records related to safety compliance and electrical systems.
• Develop expertise in electrical safety and compliance through training and guidance.
• Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the data center operations

Skills

Teamwork

Customer-centric mindset

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical)

Job description

Your role

• Assist with the safe operation and maintenance of electrical systems in data centers.


• Support the authorization and oversight of electrical works, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold safety and operational standards.


• Administer safe systems of work and support audits for electrical safety compliance.


• Assist in training and assessing staff and suppliers, learning to interpret safety rules.


• Participate in oversight activities, including competence vetting for safety permitting.


• Maintain documentation and records related to safety compliance and electrical systems.


• Develop expertise in electrical safety and compliance through training and guidance.


• Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the data center operations

What you’ll need

• 0-2 years of experience in electrical engineering or data center operations.


• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably with an electrical focus.


• Action-oriented approach with a customer-centric mindset.


• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills.


• Commitment to company values and a proactive problem-solving attitude.


• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic, critical environment.


• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.