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Sr. Electrical Engineer, Data Center Engineering

Amazon

Location

Seattle, WA

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/4/2026

Compensation

$136,600 - $184,800 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.1% approval+9% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

This role involves working within the AWS Infrastructure Services team, which is responsible for the design, planning, delivery, and operation of AWS global infrastructure. The team is composed of diverse professionals including engineers and supply chain specialists, all focused on maintaining high standards for safety and security while optimizing costs. The position emphasizes collaboration on innovative solutions and sustainability initiatives. Candidates will be part of a culture that values creativity and continuous learning.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of industrial or commercial engineering experience in mission critical facilities such as data centers, power generation, or oil and gas facilities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
  • 6+ years of design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience.
  • Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of equipment and facilities.
  • Professional Engineering or Architectural License.
  • Knowledge of building codes and regulations for the region.
  • Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production.
  • Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents.
  • Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, REVIT, or BIM 360.
  • 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 including design specifications, drawings, and reports.
  • Understand and implement the Global Electrical Basis of Design by standardizing data center electrical designs.
  • Develop strategic solutions that meet quality and budgetary requirements.
  • Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests during projects.
  • Collaborate 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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