Chief Engineer - Data Center Engineering Operations (m/f), DC Engineering Operations

Chief Engineer - Data Center Engineering Operations (m/f), DC Engineering Operations

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

Key Responsibilities

• Train and support the Engineering team in their role of providing electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operations
• Implement and execute site or equipment‑specific training exercises (stand‑by diesel generators, switchgear, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, chillers, etc.)
• Oversee day-to-day operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in data center sites
• Operate independently, with limited direct management
• Assist in the design and build‑out of new facilities and perform root cause analysis of equipment failures
• Act as an escalation point for all facilities‑related issues within the data center region; work OT hours as needed to support site stability
• Troubleshoot and report facility and data sever‑level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA)
• Create and deploy standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams
• Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to by vendors and AWS staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in vendor management
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Operator / Controller Critical Switching Trained with certification
• At least 3 years of experience in data center engineering or operations
• Electrical or mechanical Journeyman License
• Operating engineering license such as DC II, DC III, or equivalent
• Experience in construction or project management

Physical Requirements

• Work at height, and from ladders
• Perform physical tasks during the shift
• Work in a noisy environment, with ear protection

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