Sr. Electrical Engineer, Data Center Engineering
AmazonSr. Electrical Engineer, Data Center Engineering
AmazonLocation
Seattle, WA
Type
Full-time
Posted
5/27/2026
Compensation
$136,600 - $184,800 per year
Job description
The role is focused on the design, planning, delivery, and operation of AWS global infrastructure, specifically in data center electrical designs. You will work with a diverse team of engineers and specialists to ensure safety, security, and sustainability in operations. The position emphasizes collaboration across AWS to meet quality and budgetary requirements while driving innovation. You will contribute to projects that impact millions of customers worldwide.
Requirements
- 6+ years of data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience
- 6+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
- Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment
- Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360)
- Detailed understanding of uninterruptable power sources, diesel generators, electrical switchgear, power distribution units, variable frequency drives, and automatic/static transfer switches
- Knowledge of electrical power monitoring systems
Responsibilities
- Produce clear and concise documentation such as detailed design specifications, drawings, and reports.
- Understand and safeguard implementation of the Global Electrical Basis of Design by driving standardization in data center electrical designs.
- Develop strategic solutions that meet or exceed quality requirements and fall within budgetary constraints.
- Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests during innovation and research projects.
- Work with regional vendors and manufacturers to specify appropriate electrical equipment.
- Manage concurrent projects across multiple geographical regions.
Benefits
- Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Amazon Com Services Llc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
3,290
FY2026
Approval rate
99.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
32,937
FY2026
Entry-level share
10.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+9%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-44%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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