Data Center Engineering Operations - Chief Engineer, DCC Communities

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing and continuously innovating.
Canton, MS 39046, USA
DevOps
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud
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Description For Data Center Engineering Operations - Chief Engineer, DCC Communities

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Data Center Chief Engineer (CE) to join their Data Center Engineering Operations Team. This role is crucial in maintaining the critical physical infrastructure supporting AWS. The CE is responsible for ensuring 100% availability of the data center's MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems while providing excellent customer service.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing and leading the DCEO Engineering Team
  • Establishing performance benchmarks and conducting analysis on facility operations
  • Overseeing operations of critical systems (switchgear, generators, UPS, chillers, etc.)
  • Data center capacity planning and reporting
  • Coordinating with IT managers and business leaders on projects and capacity management
  • Responding to emergency calls as a second-level escalation point

The ideal candidate will have:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in data center or critical environments
  • 4+ years of Facilities Management Experience

Preferred qualifications include:

  • Associates or Bachelors in applicable engineering field
  • Operating engineering licenses (DC II, DC III, or equivalent)
  • Electrical or mechanical Journeyman License
  • CFC license
  • NFPA 70E certification

AWS values diverse experiences, work-life harmony, and fosters an inclusive team culture. They offer mentorship, career growth opportunities, and strive to become Earth's Best Employer.

Join AWS to work on challenging problems, collaborate with diverse teams, and help deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for customers.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Data Center Engineering Operations - Chief Engineer, DCC Communities

  • Management and leadership of DCEO Engineering Team
  • Establish performance benchmarks, conduct analysis, and prepare reports on facility operations
  • Oversee operation of critical systems (switchgear, generators, UPS, chillers, etc.)
  • Data Center capacity planning and reporting
  • Coordinate projects and manage capacity with IT managers and business leaders
  • Deliver quality service and ensure customer demands are met
  • Responsible for asset and inventory management
  • Respond to out of hours emergency calls

Requirements For Data Center Engineering Operations - Chief Engineer, DCC Communities

Linux
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience in a data center or other critical environment
  • 4+ years of Facilities Management Experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Solid leadership and organizational skills

Benefits For Data Center Engineering Operations - Chief Engineer, DCC Communities

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401k
  • Parental Leave

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