Data Center Subject Matter Expert (Power)

Title: Data Center Subject Matter Expert (Power)

Location: Dublin, Ireland

The Data Center Subject Matter Expert (Power) will serve as an in-house expert for power systems and is responsible for the critical operations and maintenance of electrical and mechanical infrastructure within EdgeConneX data centers. This role reports to the Director of Data Center Operations and plays a key role in ensuring safe, reliable, and continuous operations across assigned sites.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage projects and operational activities to support customer requirements and ensure 100% uptime

• Initiate and support projects to improve operational processes and procedures

• Ensure the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of critical planned maintenance, in compliance with all EdgeConneX standards and procedures, leveraging qualified contractor and vendor resources with a strong focus on quality

• Ensure the Director of Data Center Operations is fully informed of all critical planned, corrective, and emergent work occurring within the data centers

• Plan and execute customer-requested work in a timely manner, providing clear status updates to both customers and the Director of Data Center Operations

• In coordination with the Director of Data Center Operations:

  • Plan work on critical single-line electrical equipment in accordance with the Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) schedule

  • Develop maintenance roadmaps for approval by the Director of Data Center Operations and/or the appointed Authorised Person

• Manage and oversee testing of mission-critical power equipment in accordance with EMEA and global standards

• Ensure all contractor and vendor work is properly logged and tracked within EdgeConneX systems

• Ensure all work performed by contractors and vendors is executed strictly in accordance with approved Methods of Procedure (MOPs)

• Respond during normal working hours to alarms, critical incidents, and emergencies, communicating clearly, calmly, and in line with the site Emergency Response Plan

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, quality, and efficiency, including initiatives that deliver cost savings without compromising safety or uptime

• Administer project-related changes accurately and in a timely manner, in accordance with EdgeConneX processes and procedures

• Collaborate effectively with internal teams across Operations, Engineering, and other functional groups

• Provide timely on-site response during emergencies to ensure personnel safety and operational continuity

• Monitor multiple sites to ensure compliance with safety, operational, and performance standards

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical knowledge of data center power systems, including transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, ATS/STS units, RPPs, and associated infrastructure

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead teams and coordinate effectively across disciplines to drive work to closure

• Demonstrated commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement

• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and responsibilities in a dynamic environment

• Ability to meet committed timelines by leveraging collaboration and support from peers

• Strong team player with the ability to work across multiple disciplines and stakeholder groups

• High attention to detail and strong documentation discipline

Experience & Education

• Relevant technical qualification at NFQ Level 6–8 (e.g., Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Facilities Management) or equivalent experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience supporting critical facilities, data centers, or comparable mission-critical environments

• Electrical Authorised Person / Competent Person certification in accordance with Irish or UK standards (e.g., Safe Electric, HV/LV Authorisation, or equivalent)

• Formal mechanical and/or electrical training, with a strong focus on power systems

• Health & Safety training appropriate for supervisory roles (e.g., Safe Pass, IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH, or equivalent; OSHA30 accepted where applicable)

• Demonstrated experience operating within live data center or other critical infrastructure environments