Data Center Junior Field Engineer (Apprenticeship)

About The Role

The Data Center Junior Field Engineer (Apprenticeship) supports operational teams in the day-to-day technical monitoring and continuous improvement of critical data center infrastructure, across the following scopes:

• Electrical systems (MV/LV distribution, UPS, generators – operational level)
• Mechanical systems (cooling, HVAC, thermal equipment)
• BMS & Controls (supervision systems, automation, sensors, alarms)

This is a hands-on, learning-oriented position, designed to progressively build technical skills in mission‑critical environments under close supervision.

The apprentice contributes by:

• observing and supporting operational activities,
• collecting and documenting technical data,
• assisting in analysis and improvement actions.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Technical Support

• Support Facility Managers (FM) and Critical Environment Managers (CEM) in the monitoring of electrical, mechanical, and BMS systems.
• Participate in site inspections and technical walkdowns.
• Assist in basic analysis of BMS alarms and events.
• Support first‑level incident response and troubleshooting activities, under supervision.

Electrical / Mechanical / BMS Exposure

• Learn and understand:
  • Data center electrical architectures (SLD, redundancy, backup systems).
  • Cooling and HVAC systems (chillers, CRAH units, cooling plants, free cooling).
  • BMS and control systems (sensors, automation logic, alarms).
• Participate in functional tests, periodic inspections, and supervised maintenance activities.

Documentation & Processes

• Support the update and structuring of technical documentation:
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLD),
  • Operating procedures (SOP / EOP),
  • Equipment inventories,
  • CMMS data and records.
• Contribute to documentation consistency and standardization across sites.

Projects & Commissioning Exposure

• Support commissioning, testing, and handover activities for new equipment or data halls.
• Observe interactions between Construction, Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Assist in collecting and consolidating technical data after commissioning.

Safety, Environment & IMS

• Strictly apply Data4 policies related to:
  • Health & Safety
  • Environment
  • Energy management
  • Information security
• Learn and comply with IMS and ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001, 50001, 27001).

Education & Profile

Education

• Student enrolled in an apprenticeship program (Bachelor to Master level) in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • HVAC / Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial Maintenance
  • Automation / Electrotechnics
  • Energy Engineering

Technical Skills (Expected / To Be Developed)

• Basic knowledge of industrial electrical and/or mechanical systems
• Strong interest in automation, controls, and supervision systems
• Ability to read basic technical drawings and schematics
• Good command of standard IT tools (Excel, Office)
• Strong curiosity and attention to detail

Soft Skills

• Strong willingness to learn in a technical, operational environment
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a safety‑critical and process‑driven environment
• Team spirit and good communication skills
• Sense of responsibility and compliance with procedures

Languages

• Fluent English (B2/C1)
• Additional language at B1 level minimum a plus (French, Spanish, Polish, Italian, German)

What You Will Learn

• Real‑life operation of mission‑critical data center infrastructure
• Electrical and mechanical redundancy concepts (N+1, 2N)
• Fundamentals of BMS and monitoring systems
• Operational methodologies: incident response, preventive maintenance, audits
• Collaboration within multicultural and cross‑functional teams