Mechanical & Electrical Critical Facilities Engineer

About the Role

Key duties involve maintaining facility infrastructure, conducting site inspections, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and managing planned maintenance activities. Engineers also document procedures, respond to incidents, handle work requests and circuit installations, and contribute to infrastructure and works projects that enhance site functionality. • Maintain facility infrastructure through diligent upkeep. • Conduct regular site inspections and monitor building and data‑centre alarms. • Execute hands‑on preventative maintenance on UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life‑safety systems. • Perform repairs and corrective maintenance on critical equipment to ensure uninterrupted service. • Plan and carry out scheduled maintenance activities to sustain reliability. • Maintain comprehensive site logs, MOPs, and scripts. • Assist senior staff in incident response and independently handle basic incidents. • Complete basic work requests and circuit installations efficiently. • Participate in infrastructure projects to improve facilities. • Execute works projects aimed at enhancing site functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸facility upkeep
• ▸site inspections
• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸corrective maintenance
• ▸maintenance planning
• ▸incident response

What You Bring

The shift engineer role supports customers and drives the business forward by ensuring smooth operation of systems and equipment. Candidates should be proactive, adaptable, and possess strong problem‑solving abilities, with a background in engineering and a desire to make a significant impact. Shift engineers work in a collaborative environment where belonging, purpose, and appreciation empower the best work. Applicants need an ONC/BTEC/NVQ or equivalent qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering, with experience in data centre or critical environments considered beneficial. In‑depth knowledge of UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, life‑safety systems, and preferably HV switching is required. Personal attributes include self‑motivation, flexibility, and the ability to work independently or within a team. • Hold an ONC/BTEC/NVQ or equivalent qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering. • Possess experience in data‑centre or critical environment settings. • Demonstrate in‑depth knowledge of UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life‑safety systems; HV switching preferred. • Be self‑motivated, flexible, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.

Requirements

• ▸onc/btec/nvq
• ▸data centre
• ▸ups
• ▸generators
• ▸bms
• ▸hv switching

Benefits

Equinix offers a competitive salary, 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and options to purchase additional leave. Comprehensive benefits include life assurance, income protection, critical illness insurance, private healthcare, eye‑care coverage, and a Gymflex membership. Additional perks are an employee stock purchase plan, pension, cycle‑to‑work scheme, annual season‑ticket loan, and strong career‑growth opportunities, all within an inclusive, equal‑opportunity workplace. • Receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. • Enjoy 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays with the option to purchase additional days. • Access life assurance, income protection, critical illness insurance, private healthcare, eye‑care, and Gymflex membership. • Benefit from employee stock purchase plan, pension scheme, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and season‑ticket loan. • Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.

Work Environment

Onsite