About the Role

The Data Center Chief Engineer ensures 100% availability of critical MEP infrastructure in AWS data centers. They oversee electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment, perform maintenance, and act as the primary escalation point for facilities issues. This role involves leading technicians, managing projects, and troubleshooting to maintain uptime above 99.999%.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as primary escalation point for all facilities-related issues and oversee operation of critical systems like switchgear, generators, UPS, and chillers
• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and troubleshoot within SLAs
• Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians and help set team culture
• Create and deploy new standard practices for operations teams and assist in facility build-outs or efficiency projects
• Manage projects from conception to completion, collaborating with engineering, automation, and finance teams

Required Skills & Qualifications

Must Have:

• Technical (Military/Trade School) training or degree in a relevant field (e.g., electrical, mechanical)
• 3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience
• 3+ years of data center or mission critical facilities experience (e.g., hospital, military facility)

Nice to Have:

• 4+ years of Data Center Engineering Experience
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience leading a team

Benefits & Perks

• Inclusive team culture with affinity groups and inclusion events
• Work-life harmony with flexibility
• Mentorship and career growth resources
• Total compensation including equity, sign-on payments, medical, financial benefits