JobsMechanical Field Engineer, IAD North, AWS, Data Center Field Engineering
Mechanical Field Engineer, IAD North, AWS, Data Center Field Engineering
AmazonMechanical Field Engineer, IAD North, AWS, Data Center Field Engineering
AmazonLocation
Herndon, VA
Type
Full-time
Posted
7/8/2026
Compensation
$96,600 - $160,000 per year
Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
Approval 98.6%·Filings 19,451·New hires 10,113·
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·FY 2025Job description
As an Amazon Field Engineer, you will provide full life-cycle support to AWS Data Centers, focusing on design, maintenance, and operational issues. You will collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data center capacity, efficiency, and sustainability. This role requires strong engineering judgment and the ability to manage multiple projects across various geographical regions. You will be part of a team that values innovation and inclusivity while striving to deliver the highest standards for safety and security.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- Valid and active driver's license
- Experience managing engineering projects and consultants
- Strong engineering judgment and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
- Perform design and equipment submittal review for new Data Centers in your region.
- Troubleshoot, conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and create Corrective Action (CA) documentation for site/equipment failures.
- Directly support operational issues with ad-hoc training and complex operating procedure reviews.
- Own the conceptual design for existing data center upgrades and design solutions.
- Interface with internal teams to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability.
- Develop innovative solutions for AWS’s data centers.
- Initiate and lead engineering audits, including on-site visits within Amazon’s data centers.
- Act as resident engineer during new construction projects, supporting construction, commissioning, and turnover.
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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