Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operatingover 250 data centers across the globe.Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providingan equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

Associate Electrical Engineer (m/w/d)

Job Summary:

Are you a passionate and skilled electrical engineer looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive environment? Join our team as an Associate Electrical Engineer and help us drive success in our data center operations. In this role, you will have the opportunity to assist with the planning, system design, system implementation, system maintenance support, and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

Dimensioning Cables and Wires: Calculate appropriate sizes for cables and wires to handle electrical loads safely and efficiently.

Dimensioning Protection Devices and Checking Their Selectivity: Specify protection devices like circuit breakers and fuses, ensuring they operate in a coordinated manner to isolate faults.

Creating Electrical Drawings (Network Diagrams): Develop detailed electrical drawings and network diagrams to guide installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.

Lighting Planning: Design and plan lighting systems to meet required illumination levels while ensuring energy efficiency and compliance with standards.

Digital Plant Documentation and Inventory Management: Maintain digital records and manage the inventory of all electrical systems and components within the plant.

What We’re Looking For:

Education: Vocational training as an electrician/electronics technician or a completed bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering is mandatory

Experience: Several years of professional experience, ideally in the data center sector.

Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant standards and regulations.

Language Skills: Proficiency in both German and English.

Work Style: Independent, structured, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Willingness to Travel: Ability to travel within Germany as needed.

We offer you:

A permanent employment contract

Annual bonus plan

30 days of vacation per year

Compensation or payment for overtime

Premiums for shift work on Sundays and public holidays as well as night work

Capital-forming benefits and a company pension scheme

Subsidy for the use of public transportation and lunch

JobRad (company bike leasing)

Partial coverage of membership fees for fitness studios or sports clubs

In-house stock program

Sports events and company celebrations

Work clothing

Great colleagues and a company culture that makes it enjoyable to bring in energy and initiative

 At Equinix, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you are excited about this role but unsure if you meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Interested in joining our team? Please apply through our online portal. Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing .Join us and bring your energy and initiative to a team where your contributions will be valued and your career can flourish.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing .

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.