About the Role

The Data Center Chief Engineer ensures 100% availability of critical physical infrastructure supporting AWS data centers. They manage electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment, lead engineering teams, and oversee maintenance and emergency response. This role involves capacity planning, vendor management, and on-call support.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the DCEO Engineering Team, including shift technicians and vendors
• Oversee operation and maintenance of critical systems like switchgear, generators, UPS, chillers, and cooling towers
• Establish performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on facility operations
• Respond to emergency calls and serve as first-level escalation for data center facility issues
• Train and develop Engineering Operations Technicians, including night shift personnel

Required Skills & Qualifications

Must Have:

• 3+ years of electrical or mechanical engineering experience
• 3+ years of data center or mission critical facilities experience (e.g., hospital, military facility)
• Technical training or degree in a relevant field (e.g., electrical, mechanical) from military/trade school or equivalent

Nice to Have:

• 4+ years of data center engineering experience
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree
• Experience leading a team

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible work-life harmony culture
• Inclusive culture with employee-led affinity groups and learning experiences
• Total compensation package including equity, sign-on payments, medical, financial, and other benefits