At FCCN, serviços digitais da FCT (Permanent), in Lisbon, Portugal Expires at: 2025-02-06 Remote policy: Onsite job The FCCN, the digital services of FCT - Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia, has as its primary mission to provide Portuguese academic and research communities with the technological means to produce science and knowledge of excellence.
We are committed to ensuring Technology for Knowledge.
We seek a Datacenter Operations and Maintenance Management Specialist .
to strengthen our Application Infrastructure team.
Responsibilities Manage and oversee the operation of data centers, ensuring efficient and continuous functionality.
Operate infrastructure networks in IT technical rooms, including low-voltage electrical panels, UPS systems, generators, chillers, water circulation pumps, fans, and air handling units.
Coordinate and resolve incidents affecting the stability and functionality of IT technical rooms (Data Processing Centers) across various locations, leading on-site incident operations.
Plan, implement, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance plans for infrastructures.
Manage and supervise support contracts, ensuring compliance with established standards and operational needs.
Conduct internal processes, including drafting technical specifications, supporting procurement processes, and coordinating purchase executions.
Manage and execute continuous improvement projects, implement innovative technological solutions, address latent issues, and drive the evolution of existing infrastructures.
We are looking for people with the skills and experience described below, but especially those interested in the technological field and motivated to take on the challenge of being part of a highly specialized team and serving the education and research community, contributing to developing quality and innovative services.
Main requirements Electrical Engineering: Experience in low-voltage systems, focusing on three-phase distribution networks (400V).
Knowledge of backup systems, including UPS and generators.
Familiarity with medium-voltage systems.
Cooling Systems: Proficiency in chilled water solutions, direct expansion systems, free cooling, and ventilation.
Centralized Technical Management: Experience with centralized technical management systems, preferably based on open-source software solutions.
Security Networks: Knowledge of early fire detection systems, fire suppression, access control, and intrusion systems.
Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
Special Requirements Availability for 100% on-site work.
Driver's license for light vehicles.
Flexibility for frequent travel.
Proven ability to coordinate projects and teams, ensuring effective communication internally and with external stakeholders.
Capability to handle unforeseen situations and contingencies efficiently.
Availability to coordinate incidents outside regular working hours.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in similar roles.
We are looking for individuals with the skills and experience outlined above, but most importantly, those interested in the technology field and motivated to accept the challenge of being part of a highly specialized team, serving the education and research community, and contributing to the development of quality and innovative services.
This position is under the PRR ("Recovery and Resilience Plan") and has a defined duration until March 2026.
Benefits & Perks Integration into a young and dynamic team with a relaxed environment, where we know your name and address each other informally; Continuous training aimed at your professional development; Access to a campus with free parking, cosy and well-located in Lisbon; Various internal initiatives to promote socializing and interaction among employees; We work 35 hours a week and offer flexible hours, balancing professional and personal life; Hybrid work regime; Possibility of joining ADSE (public health subsystem); Objective-based management.