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Sr. Electrical Engineer, Data Center Engineering

Amazon

Location

Herndon, VA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/13/2026

Compensation

$136,600 - $184,800 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
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Job description

This role is focused on the design, planning, delivery, and operation of AWS global infrastructure, specifically within the Worldwide Sustainability organization. The team is composed of diverse engineers and specialists who work collaboratively to ensure safety, security, and sustainability in data center operations. Candidates will engage in innovative projects that impact millions of customers while fostering an inclusive culture that values creativity and continuous learning. The position emphasizes the importance of producing clear documentation and developing strategic solutions for electrical designs.

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 but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities experience
  • 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, etc.)
  • Detailed understanding of uninterruptable power sources, diesel generators, electrical switchgear, power distribution units, variable frequency drives, and automatic/static transfer switches

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 in 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.

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