The Data Center Chief Engineer (CE) at Amazon is responsible for ensuring the peak efficiency of all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within a data center. This role involves managing maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and leading small-to-medium impact projects. The CE works closely with Engineering Operations Technicians and third-party vendors to maintain high operational standards. The position is part of the AWS Infrastructure Services team, which focuses on the design, planning, and operation of AWS global infrastructure.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure experience
• Experience with power management and power monitoring systems
• Knowledge of critical data center equipment
• 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
• Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems

• Oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in a data center.
• Act as an escalation point for all facilities-related issues within the data center.
• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Troubleshoot and report facility and data server-level events within internal SLA.
• Create and deploy new standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians and vendor support teams.
• Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians.
• Ensure all safety and 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.

• 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.