Senior Electrical Data Center Engineer

@ Amazon

Overview

Amazon is seeking a Senior Electrical Data Center Engineer. In this role, you will work on designing, assessing, and ensuring the efficiency of data center systems, collaborating with internal teams and external vendors, and influencing global standards in data center infrastructure.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments against AWS standards for colocation data centers.
• Perform risk analysis and availability calculations for vendor-owned infrastructures.
• Document and resolve operational and design deficiencies.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and commissioning teams.
• Travel domestically and internationally (up to 50%).

Key Job Responsibilities

• Review vendor critical infrastructure designs and assess fit-for-service.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and municipal requirements.
• Conduct risk analysis for collocation and telecommunications facilities.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience in data center design, construction, operations or facility maintenance; engineering experience in mission critical facilities; and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field. An active Reliability Status security clearance with the Government of Canada is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineering or Architectural License, extensive knowledge of building codes and regulations, and experience with design conceptualization through deployment.

About the Team

This role is part of AWS Infrastructure Services, the team behind the design, planning, delivery, and operation of AWS global infrastructure. You will join a diverse team of experts across multiple disciplines.

Additional Information

Amazon values diverse experiences and an inclusive culture. If you require work accommodations during the application process, please visit the provided link.

Key skills/competency

• Data center design
• Electrical engineering
• Risk analysis
• Compliance
• Operational excellence
• Infrastructure
• Collaboration
• Technical documentation
• Project management
• Travel