Data Center Facility Electrical Engineer , Data Center Eng Ops (DCEO)

Amazon; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud service provider in Dubai is seeking a Data Center Engineering Operations Engineer. This role requires expertise in electrical and mechanical systems, focusing on safety and efficient operations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience in data center operations. AWS promotes an inclusive culture, encouraging diverse applicants to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and managing operations of critical facilities requiring in-depth knowledge in electrical, mechanical and control systems.
• Knowledge of BMS and EPMS control systems and data collection/trending.
• Understanding of safety, health, environmental, quality and regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow and maintain the highest safety standards.
• Support electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Drive innovation while reducing operational costs.

Skills

Knowledge of key electrical competencies and theory

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we are the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and were looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

AWS has an exciting Data Center Facility Engineer opportunity in Abu Dhabi available for a UAE national with a family book. AWS is committed to contributing toward the UAE’s goal of employing 75,000 Emiratis in the private sector and Ministerial Resolution No. 279.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for a Data Center Engineering Operations Engineer to join our expanding Data Centers (DC) Cloud regions. This role is a hands‑on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operation responder.

Key job responsibilities

• SAFETY
  – Follow and maintain the highest safety standards and diligently encourage a world‑class safety culture.
  – As a facility owner team, ensure remediation of safety risks/issues in conjunction with other teams.
  – Own the safety initiatives and projects to foster a strong safety culture.
• ENGINEERING & FACILITY OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
  – Support electrical and mechanical equipment including Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPSs), Switchgear, Circuit Breakers, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATSs), Diesel Generators, Chillers, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC), Exhaust Fans, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Transformers.
  – Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical emergency generator, HVAC and fire/life safety equipment within the data center.
  – Troubleshoot facility and rack‑level events within internal SLAs.
  – Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures.
  – Drive innovation while reducing operational costs in the facilities.

A day in the life

• Work rotational shifts: 4 days of 12‑hour shifts (2 days followed by 2 nights) and 4 days off (including night weekends and holidays). Respond to on‑call rotation and off‑duty emergency calls.
• Take daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment through routine rounds/log‑taking (temperatures, voltages, currents, etc.).
• Supervise contractors who perform servicing or preventive maintenance.
• Perform the following tasks with or without reasonable accommodation:
  – Occasionally move objects/materials (weight limits in accordance with regulations).
  – Work in outdoor weather conditions.
  – Work in noisy environments.
  – Work at heights and from ladders.

About the team

Diverse Experiences. AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating; that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Work/Life Balance

We value work‑life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee‑led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge‑sharing, mentorship and other career‑advancing resources here to help you develop into a better‑rounded professional.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build.

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Required Experience

• Knowledge of key electrical competencies and theory.
• Experience leading and managing operations of critical facilities requiring in-depth knowledge in electrical, mechanical and control systems.
• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in data center engineering.
• Knowledge of BMS and EPMS control systems and data collection/trending.
• An understanding of safety, health, environmental, quality and regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Additional Information

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/teams/diversity-inclusion-accommodations. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.