Junior Data Center Power & Facilities Engineer

We are seeking a motivated professional with 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience in electrical or mechanical building services, data center facility management, or critical power environments. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related IT/Technology field. This role requires flexibility to work rotating shifts to ensure 24x7 coverage at the facility.

Key Responsibilities

- Facility & Environmental Monitoring: Perform continuous monitoring and initial inspections of critical data center systems such as Fire Suppression Systems (FSS), VESDA (Very Early Smoke Detection Apparatus), access control, and CCTV. Ensure all systems are functioning optimally to maintain a safe and secure environment.

- Power & Cooling Oversight: Conduct regular checks, maintain logs, and report on the operational status of power infrastructure including Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), diesel generators, and precision cooling units. This ensures uninterrupted power and optimal temperature control within the data center.

- Alarm Response & Escalation: Respond promptly to any alarms, anomalies, or environmental warnings related to the facility. Immediately escalate issues to senior facilities or electrical teams and relevant management to mitigate risks and maintain operational continuity.

- Maintenance Support: Provide assistance to senior electrical and mechanical teams during scheduled preventive maintenance activities. This includes work on generators, transformers, HVAC/PAC units, and power distribution units (PDUs), supporting the upkeep and reliability of critical infrastructure.

- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate physical logs detailing the status of facility equipment. Contribute key facility metrics to the daily data center health report, ensuring transparency and effective communication of operational status.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related IT/Tech field.
- 1 to 2 years of practical experience in electrical/mechanical building services, data center facility management, or critical power environments.
- Basic working knowledge of data center power systems, including UPS, generators, and power distribution.
- Familiarity with cooling and HVAC systems used in data center environments.
- Understanding of data center safety and security infrastructure such as Fire Suppression Systems, VESDA, access control systems, and CCTV monitoring.
- High situational awareness with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies or operational issues.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts to provide continuous 24x7 coverage.

Compensation and Work Location

The position offers a competitive monthly salary ranging from Rs50,000 to Rs80,000. This is an in-person role requiring presence at the facility to ensure hands-on management and immediate response capabilities.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to grow their expertise in critical facility management within a dynamic and demanding data center environment.