The Data Center Chief Engineer (CE) plays a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency of Amazon Web Services' physical infrastructure. This position involves overseeing the operations and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment within data centers, ensuring peak performance and safety. The CE will manage projects from conception to completion, collaborating with various teams to drive innovation and reduce operational costs. This role requires a strong technical background and the ability to communicate complex information effectively.

• 4+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
• 4+ years of data center experience including industrial electrical and mechanical systems
• Experience with reading and writing procedures, technical documents, and engineering drawings
• Experience leading technical teams through daily operations, maintenance evolutions, and complex troubleshooting
• Experience in construction or project management
• Associates or higher in engineering field or mechanical or electrical trades
• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent certifications
• Must be able to work in an environment that involves walking, stooping, bending, and climbing to access equipment.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in a data center.
• Operate independently with limited direct management.
• 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, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams.
• Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians.
• Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to by vendor and Amazon staff.
• Ensure all 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.
• Instruct others on scheduling, ticketing, and providing mentorship in developing solutions.

• 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.