Sr. Electrical Engineer, Data Center Engineering
AmazonSr. Electrical Engineer, Data Center Engineering
AmazonLocation
Seattle, WA
Type
Full-time
Posted
11/4/2026
Compensation
$136,600 - $184,800 per year
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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