Data Center Facility Engineer

Amazon; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud services provider is seeking a Data Center Engineering Operations Engineer in Dubai, UAE. The role involves operating and maintaining complex mechanical and electrical systems while ensuring the highest safety standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and experience in data center operations. The position offers a harmonious work-life balance and encourages a culture of inclusivity and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and managing operations of critical facilities.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Background in data center engineering.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain AWS DCs mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
• Follow and maintain high safety standards.
• Support electrical and mechanical equipment including UPS, generators, and HVAC.

Skills

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Experience in data center engineering

Leadership in operations

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Knowledge of BMS and EPMS control systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global AWS other words were 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. This position is available for a UAE national with family book. AWS is committed to contributing towards the UAE’s goal of employing 75,000 Emiratis in the private sector in line with 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. The role is a hands‑on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operation responder.

As an Engineering Operations Engineer you will operate and maintain AWS DCs world‑class mechanical and electrical infrastructure following a process‑oriented approach. You will oversee facility operations and ensure implementation of safety procedures.

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 of 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 reaction to 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/material (weight limits in accordance with regulations); work in outdoor weather conditions; work in noisy environments; work at heights and from ladders.

About the team

A diverse team of developers, security engineers, communications engineers, system architects, compliance specialists and resiliency experts. You will work closely with cross‑functional partners and collaborate across the entire enterprise.

Why AWS

AWS is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. AWS pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating; that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust its robust suite of products and services.

Work/Life Balance

We value work‑life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home. We strive for flexibility as part of our working culture.

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.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become the Earth’s best employer. You’ll find endless knowledge‑sharing mentorship and other career‑advancing resources to help you develop into a better‑rounded professional.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanical systems (Mechanical HVAC systems Controls)
• Experience leading and managing operations of critical facilities requiring in‑depth knowledge in electrical, mechanical and control systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in data center engineering.
• Knowledge of BMS and EPMS control systems and data collection/trending.

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity 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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