Operations Engineer
Join atNorth as an Operations Engineer and keep our data centers running at peak performance! Maintain critical systems, ensure uptime, and drive efficiency in a fast-paced, hands-on role.
atNorth is a leading Nordic data center company providing sustainable, high-performance computing and colocation solutions across Iceland, Sweden, Finland and Denmark.
We design mission-critical ecosystems powered by 100% renewable energy and circular economy principles, staying ahead through a relentless focus on reliability, security, and performance.
We believe world-class technology requires a world-class culture. Our people-first mentality ensures that technical excellence and human wellbeing go hand in hand. Built on collaboration, ownership, and trust, our environment empowers individuals to take responsibility, grow their expertise, and make a real impact.
By joining our international team, you play a direct role in shaping the future of sustainable digital infrastructure while supporting the communities and industries we serve.
Operations Engineer at atNorth:
We are looking for a dedicated Operations Engineer to join our operations team and ensure the highest standards of availability, efficiency, and safety across our mission-critical infrastructure. This is a hands-on role, maintaining and repairing systems such as UPS, cooling, and HVAC, while supporting both internal teams and customers with exceptional service.
You will be responsible for operational excellence in our data centers—from preventive maintenance to on-call emergency response—ensuring that our facilities meet the highest industry standards and atNorth’s own rigorous processes. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will help drive scalability, energy efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Key responsibilities:
Perform hands-on operations and maintenance for all facility systems, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency.
Maintain rigorous compliance within power and asset management systems.
Respond swiftly to facility emergencies using established procedures to mitigate risks.
Proactively monitor and maintain data center equipment to identify potential issues before they occur.
Deliver professional "smart hands" services and customer support, including hardware installations.
Ensure the work environment consistently meets or exceeds atNorth’s safety and cleanliness standards.
Participate in a 24/7 shift work rotation to maintain round-the-clock operational integrity.
Contribute to team OKRs and actively engage in continuous self-development and learning.
Your profile:
Proven experience with mission-critical facilities and equipment, specifically UPS, cooling, and HVAC systems.
Strong understanding of scalable, robust processes and a mindset geared toward continuous improvement.
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
Comfortable working with vendors and contractors, ensuring all work meets atNorth’s high standards.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a deep-seated commitment to safety and compliance.
Technical or engineering qualification in a relevant field (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.).
Previous experience in a data center environment or a similar high-availability industrial setting.
Fluent in English, with proficiency in a Nordic language considered a significant advantage.
About the atNorth Culture:
We believe that sustainable success starts with the wellbeing of our people. For us, an open, transparent, and inclusive culture is more than a priority, it is the core of how we lead and innovate.
We don’t just talk about culture; we nurture it. Through regular one-to-one engagements and monthly wellbeing surveys, we listen carefully to our teams, ensuring that every voice is heard and every opportunity for improvement is embraced.
We recognize that innovation and collaboration thrive where people feel truly connected, which is why we come together each week to share ideas, strengthen relationships, and nurture a sense of belonging, sometimes over a simple breakfast and good conversation.
At atNorth, we are building a community where you can do your best work and shape a sustainable future together.
- Department
- Operations
- Locations
- Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen, Denmark
About atNorth
atNorth is the leading Nordic data center company specializing in scalable high-density colocation and built-to-suit facilities that meet the unique needs of today’s AI and high performance workloads.
With more than 15 years of proven expertise, atNorth delivers secure, flexible and sustainable infrastructure, powered entirely by renewable energy and benefitting from advanced cooling technologies, including several Direct Liquid Cooling and Direct to Chip installations.
By combining operational excellence and a commitment to environmental responsibility with trusted customer relationships that enable rapid scalability, atNorth empowers businesses to grow while minimizing their environmental impact.
Headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, atNorth operates eight data centers across strategic Nordic locations, with a site to open in Ballerup, Denmark in 2025, as well as its tenth under construction in Kouvola, Finland and its eleventh site in Varde Municipality, Denmark. The business has also secured land for a future mega site in the Sollefteå Municipality in Sweden.
For more information, visit atNorth.com or follow atNorth on LinkedIn.
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