Chief Engineer

World's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing and continuous innovation.
New Carlisle, IN 46552, USA
$120,000 - $180,000
Cloud
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Chief Engineer

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Data Center Chief Engineer to join their Engineering Operations Team. This role is crucial in maintaining the critical physical infrastructure supporting AWS data centers. The position involves ensuring 100% availability of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems while delivering exceptional customer service.

The Chief Engineer serves as the technical expert, managing a team of Engineering Operations Technicians and third-party vendors. They are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting mission-critical equipment including electrical systems, mechanical systems, and fire/life safety equipment. The role requires hands-on leadership in equipment maintenance, emergency response, and team training.

AWS offers a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values work-life harmony. The company provides extensive career development opportunities through knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and employee-led affinity groups. As part of AWS Infrastructure Services, you'll work with a team that keeps the cloud running, supporting all AWS data centers and ensuring continuous customer access to innovation.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in data center operations, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to maintaining AWS's high standards for safety and security. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging problems with global impact, collaborating across AWS teams to deliver optimal infrastructure solutions for customers.

Last updated 18 hours ago

Responsibilities For Chief Engineer

  • Management and leadership of DCEO Engineering Team
  • Establish performance benchmarks and prepare reports on critical facility operations
  • On-site management of shift technicians, senior technicians, contractors and vendors
  • Oversee operation of critical systems (switchgear, generators, UPS systems, etc.)
  • Data Center capacity planning and reporting
  • Coordinate projects with IT managers and business leaders
  • Asset and inventory management
  • Emergency response and on-call rotation
  • Training and development of Engineering Operations Technicians

Requirements For Chief Engineer

Linux
  • Technical (Military/Trade School) training or degree in relevant field (electrical, mechanical)
  • 3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience
  • 3+ years of data center or mission critical facilities experience

Benefits For Chief Engineer

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Work-life harmony focus
  • Career development opportunities
  • Mentorship programs
  • Employee-led affinity groups
  • Inclusive workplace culture

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