Data Center Chief Engineer, Data Center Engg Ops; AWS

Data Center Chief Engineer

Amazon is looking for a detail‑oriented individual to join our Data Center Engineering Operations Team. This team works to maintain the critical physical infrastructure that supports Amazon Web Services.

Specifically, the team ensures the data center’s Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems (MEP) operate % availability while delivering first‑class customer service to the teams within the data centers.

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in a data center.
• Operate independently with limited direct management.
• Act as an escalation point for all facilities‑related issues within the data center, escalating to the Data Center Facility Manager as needed.
• Perform root‑cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Troubleshoot and report facility and data sever‑level events within internal SLA.
• Create and deploy new standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams.
• Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians.
• Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to by vendor and Amazon staff.
• Ensure all security procedures are adhered to by vendor and Amazon staff.
• Utilize internal CMMS to manage building workflows.
• Communicate complex technical information to a non‑technical audience.
• Regularly utilize Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, PPT, Word) and other computer programs such as PDF, QUIP, and other dashboards and scheduling tooling.
• Instruct others on scheduling, ticketing, and provide mentorship in developing solutions.

• Walk job sites in uneven terrain.
• Work at heights and from ladders.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 40 pounds or more.
• Coordinate body movements when using tools or equipment.
• Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance.
• Bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working.
• Perform physical tasks all day without becoming overly tired.
• Use hands to manipulate small wires and objects.
• Push or pull heavy objects into position.
• Work in a noisy environment.
• Work at depths, such as under raised floors.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience carrying new design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production.
• Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems.
• Experience with power management and power monitoring systems.

• 5+ years of project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure experience.
• Knowledge of critical data center equipment.
• Knowledge of engineering documentation, electrical diagrams and standard operating procedures.
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, or OSHA.
• Experience in Data Center Engineering Operations, with a deep understanding of electrical and mechanical data center infrastructure.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

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