EXE Headhunting is recruiting key professionals for DayOne’s new large-scale data center facility in Kouvola, Finland.

This is a unique opportunity to join DayOne at the early stages of a significant investment and become part of the team responsible for building and operating a modern, high-availability critical infrastructure environment. The facility will play an important role in supporting critical digital infrastructure, with a strong focus on operational excellence, reliability, safety, and continuous development.

Manager of Electrical Engineering oversees the electrical infrastructure and systems of our hyperscale data centres. This role ensures the continuous and efficient operation of electrical systems, upholds high safety and compliance standards. You will lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers and technicians, ensuring the delivery of critical electrical services 24/7.
 

Key Responsibilities

Electrical System Management

• Oversee the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical systems within the data centres.
• Ensure all electrical infrastructure, including power distribution units, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), generators, and switchgear, operate reliably and efficiently.
• Implement and maintain electrical safety policies, procedures, and best practices.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of electrical engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with shift teams to ensure seamless 24/7 coverage and effective handovers between shifts.
• Conduct regular training sessions and performance evaluations to enhance team capabilities and productivity.

Maintenance and Upgrades

• Plan and oversee preventative and corrective maintenance activities, ensuring all electrical equipment and systems are serviced according to manufacturer and company standards.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for electrical maintenance and upgrade projects, ensuring minimal impact on operations.

Technical Support

• Provide technical expertise and support for electrical systems, including troubleshooting and resolving complex electrical issues.
• Collaborate with other engineering and operations teams to ensure integrated and efficient system performance.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure all electrical operations comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Maintain up-to-date documentation and records to support compliance audits and certifications.

Strategic Initiatives:

• Support the Critical Services Manager in developing and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance electrical system performance and support business growth.
• Participate in budget planning and cost management activities to ensure operational efficiency and financial performance

What We’re Looking For
 

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably within a data centre or critical infrastructure environment, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical infrastructure, including power distribution, UPS systems, generators, and switchgear, and the ability to manage complex electrical challenges
• Proven experience in managing technical teams and 24/7 operations.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of Finnish is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with high integrity and a collaborative working style.

Location and other employment matters

• The data center is located in Kouvola
• The role requires on-site presence in Kouvola five days per week.
• The onboarding period will take place in Malaysia in June.

If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.

Recruitment process

• Please send your CV and cover letter as soon as possible and note that the interviews will take place on a short timeline.
• First round interviews via teams with Exe Headhunting Headhunter, Ville-Matti Hännikäinen 
• Second round interviews via teams with customer 
• Apply now! We will fill the role as soon as we find the right person.

More information about the role

Ville-Matti Hännikäinen

Headhunter, EXE Headhunting

ville-matti.hannikainen@exe.works