Data Centre Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Helsinki

About us:

We’re reinventing how the world uses Data Centres. Think flexible, optimised colocation services tailored for your requirements – all with the very best customer support you can imagine. And because our data centres are powered by sustainable energy, it doesn’t cost the Earth either. It’s the perfect environment where everyone thrives – you and the planet.

Verne has been recently acquired by Ardian and is currently investing massively into new Data Centre capacity and needs additional people to support this growth. We need self-driven, experienced, motivated and focused new team members, and offer a dynamic, growth-oriented environment for people to shine and learn.

Job Summary: The Data Centre Electrical Lead is responsible for overseeing all electrical systems and operations within the Data Centre facility. This role involves ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of electrical infrastructure to support continuous operations and meet the needs of clients and tenants.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Electrical Systems Management:

Participate in the design work, and oversee the installation, and maintenance of electrical systems, including power distribution, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems, generators, and switchgear.

Ensure compliance with electrical codes, regulations, and industry standards.

Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for electrical equipment to minimize downtime and maximize reliability.

2. Fault Diagnosis and Resolution:

Organize the monitoring of electrical systems for faults, anomalies, and performance issues.

Lead troubleshooting efforts to diagnose and resolve electrical problems promptly.

Coordinate with engineering and maintenance teams to implement corrective actions and preventive measures.

3. Capacity Planning and Expansion:

Assess electrical capacity and demand requirements to support current and future DC operations.

Collaborate with facilities and engineering teams to plan and execute electrical infrastructure upgrades and expansions.

Ensure scalability and redundancy of electrical systems to accommodate growth and maintain high availability.

4. Emergency Preparedness and Response:

Develop and maintain emergency response plans for electrical failures or outages.

Conduct regular drills and exercises to test emergency procedures and readiness.

Coordinate with security and operations teams to ensure a swift and effective response to electrical emergencies.

5. Vendor Management and Procurement:

Identify and evaluate electrical equipment vendors and contractors.

Negotiate contracts and agreements for procurement of electrical materials and services.

Monitor vendor performance and ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs) and quality standards.

6. Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate documentation of electrical systems, including schematics, diagrams, and maintenance records.

Prepare regular reports on electrical system performance, maintenance activities, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Communicate effectively with stakeholders and management regarding electrical infrastructure status and issues.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field. Master's degree preferred.

Professional qualification S2 to work as an electrical work supervisor and backup supervisor of operations in all electrical and operational work.

Several years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in a Data Centre or mission-critical facility environment.

Strong knowledge of electrical systems design, installation, and maintenance practices.

Familiarity with electrical codes, regulations, and standards (e.g., STS 6000, IEEE).

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex electrical issues.

Leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in English speaking environment.

Proven project management experience, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.

What We Offer:

Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, private equity-backed company.

A dynamic, innovative, and inclusive working environment.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

The chance to work with a talented and ambitious international team.