Manager, Chief Engineer

Vantage Data Centers

Frankfurt, Germany

Full Time

Posted September 25, 2026

€4k - €7k/mo· Est.

Climate Technology

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Job Description

The Manager, Chief Engineer will manage a team of CFTs with direction from the Director of Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Understand the engineering and operational aspects of the building systems and recognize system performance deficiencies immediately and respond to operational and emergency situations
Encourage and foster a team-oriented environment through positive feedback
Manage contracted service work at the facility, including understanding and developing the scope of service, bidding, awarding and administering any contracts
Train CFEs, as appropriate, in new processes and procedures
Direct and maintain the site-specific preventive maintenance and work order program
Oversees projects on execution and quality
Authors AAR (RCA)
Get the things done

Requirements

Using your knowledge of the systems in place, coupled with performance data collected, evaluate the performance of systems and suggest cost-effective improvements to service and operating efficiency
Ensure the availability of an adequate inventory of tools and other supplies to operate the building
Protect and improve the value of our assets and ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their expected life
Organize administrative functions related to site operations, such as a work orders and maintenance activities, budgets, etc.
Assist with the preparation of operational and capital portions of the budget
Ensure that major projects performed at the building are properly planned, executed and closed out in accordance with best current practices in our industry
Oversee the activities of contractors working within the building
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related field, or equivalent work experience required
Profound expertise in mission critical infrastructure installations; a know-how holder for the overall site infrastructure, electrical and mechanical
Experience in facility/plant engineering and maintenance supervision, strongly preferred
Direct managerial experience and interpersonal skills, strongly preferred
Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service
Ability to communicate well in both oral and written reports
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel and building automation system
Knowledge of English and German language
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage.