Electrical & Mechanical Critical Facilities Engineer – get into Data Centres!

Equinix Manchester, England Apr 27, 2026

Type Full Time
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite

Electrical & Mechanical Critical Facilities Engineer focuses on facility infrastructure maintenance: ensure the seamless operation of our facility infrastructure through diligent maintenance practices.

What the role involves

  • Facility Infrastructure Maintenance: Ensure the seamless operation of our facility infrastructure through diligent maintenance practices.
  • Monitor building and data centre alarms to ensure optimal performance.
  • Site Inspections & Monitoring: Conduct regular site inspections.
  • Manage repairs and corrective maintenance on critical equipment to maintain uninterrupted service.
  • Planned Maintenance: Prepare and execute planned maintenance activities to ensure the reliability of our infrastructure.
  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive site logs and data records, including MOPs (Method of Procedure) and scripts.

Skills and requirements

  • Educational Background: ONC/BTEC/NVQ or equivalent qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience: Previous experience in data centre or critical environment settings is benifical.
  • Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of critical infrastructure, including UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life safety systems. HV switching experience preferred.

Confirmed role details

  • As a shift engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our systems and equipment.
  • Generous Leave: 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days (pro rata for shift positions).
  • Life Assurance, Income Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Private Healthcare, Eye Care Coverage, and Gymflex Membership.
  • Investment Opportunities: Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Company Pension Plan.

Candidate fit

  • technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving
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