Critical Systems Engineer
EdgeConneX
| Company | EdgeConneX |
| Category | Engineering |
| Location | Dublin (Ireland); Schiphol (Netherlands) |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
Led by an experienced management team and supported by a strong investor group, including large and experienced institutions and strategic partners, EdgeConneX offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where we are bringing flexibility, proximity, power, and connectivity to some of the world’s key businesses. With major offices in Herndon, Denver, and Amsterdam, we have a global footprint and a unified team of employees committed to providing a premier customer experience and delivering the full spectrum of data center solutions, from core to edge, like no other data center provider can do.
Focused on driving innovation and helping our customers define and deliver their own unique vision for the Edge, at any scale, in any market worldwide, for any requirement, we are building tomorrow’s data center infrastructure, today for some of the world’s most demanding Network, Content, and Cloud customers. Critical Systems Engineer
EdgeConneX is in search for its next Critical Systems Engineer. The Critical Systems Engineer is a member of the Operations Support team and provides Level 2 escalation support from our Critical Systems Coordinators. This role brings deep expertise in mission-critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure and supports the reliability, safety, and efficiency of EdgeConneX data centers. The CSE serves as a technical authority for the maintenance and operational oversight of critical systems, collaborating closely with critical systems teams, field operations, vendors, and corporate engineering teams to ensure reliability, safety, and consistency across data center operations. This position reports to the Critical Systems Manager and can be based in the cities listed in our posting. This position will require up to 25% travel to support various maintenance initiatives and trainings.
Location : Amsterdam, the Netherlands or Dublin, Ireland
Primary Responsibilities
Support preventive and corrective maintenance programs across data centers
Support reliability improvement initiatives and operational readiness activities, including review of system performance, equipment reliability trends, and process effectiveness
Manage and participate in post-event root cause analysis (RCA) processes to support continuous improvement
Create, review, and approve Methods of Procedure (MOPs)
Support the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs)
Implement and manage field-related projects as required
Identify opportunities for facility improvements, including efficiency and PUE optimization
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and company directives
Provide escalation support and technical consultation as required
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Manage vendor maintenance activities and ensure SLA compliance
CMMS / Asset Manager Responsibilities
Ensure complete and accurate asset sheets are delivered in Asset Manager from the Construction Management and/or Engineering Team
Validate and correct asset data, including ELI codes, serial numbers, and model numbers
Determine contact information for maintenance vendors and manufacturers as needed
Map equipment to maintenance vendors and ensure maintenance contracts are in place
Work with Site Engineers to determine maintenance schedules and activities
Load assets and maintenance schedules into CMMS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of mission-critical data center equipment
In-depth knowledge of electrical systems (UPS, generators, switchgear, etc) and mechanical systems (air handlers, rooftop units, pumps, fans)
Fire alarm and suppression systems (FIKE) & Building Management Systems (BMS)
Preventive maintenance program creation and execution
Working knowledge of DCIM and CMMS systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong organizational, prioritization, and m
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