DCEO Mechanical Chief Engineer, ARN- DCEO

Amazon; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for a Mechanical Chief Engineer to ensure peak efficiency of mechanical systems in data centers. This role includes managing engineering teams, overseeing critical systems, and ensuring quality service delivery. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and extensive experience in mechanical infrastructure.

Benefits

Flexible work-life balance

Mentorship and career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive industry experience with UPS and backup generators.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in operations for data centers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the DCEO Engineering Team.
• Oversee operation of critical systems like generators and chillers.
• Coordinate projects to optimize performance and reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DCEO Mechanical Chief Engineer, ARN- DCEO

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a detail-oriented individual to join our Data Centre Engineering Operations Team as a Mechanical Chief Engineer.

The primary responsibility of the Data Centre Mechanical Chief Engineer (CE) is to ensure that all mechanical equipment within the data centre operates at peak efficiency. This includes planned preventative maintenance, daily corrective work, and emergency response. The CE acts as an expert technical resource, interacting with onsite Engineering Operations Technicians (EOT) and third-party vendors. They serve as a focal point for all facility operations within a data centre and support AWS's broader infrastructure.

The CE will also be involved with fire / life safety and electrical equipment management.

About AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

AWS Infrastructure Services manages the design, planning, delivery, and operation of AWS's global infrastructure, supporting data centers and critical hardware such as servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment. Our goal is to keep the cloud running smoothly, tackling complex challenges and maintaining high standards of safety, security, and efficiency.

You will join a diverse team of professionals including software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers. Collaboration across AWS ensures we deliver high standards of safety and security while providing extensive capacity at minimal cost. Our inclusive culture encourages bold ideas and empowers you to see them through.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Management and leadership of the DCEO Engineering Team
• Establish performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on facility operations and maintenance
• Manage onsite shift technicians, senior technicians, subcontractors, and vendors
• Oversee operation and management of critical systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS, power distribution, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, and building monitoring systems
• Data centre capacity planning and reporting
• Assist in designing and building new facilities
• Coordinate projects with IT managers and business leaders to optimize safety, performance, reliability, and efficiency
• Ensure quality service delivery and meet customer demands
• Manage assets and inventory
• Respond to out-of-hours emergency calls as a second-level escalation point for facility issues

About the Team

We value diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all preferred qualifications, we encourage you to apply. We welcome candidates with non-traditional career paths or alternative experiences.

Why AWS?

AWS is the world’s most comprehensive cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing and continuously innovating. Our customers range from startups to Fortune 500 companies, trusting our robust services to power their businesses.

Our Culture and Benefits

We foster an inclusive environment through employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning events. We promote mentorship and career growth, striving to be Earth’s Best Employer. We value work-life balance and offer flexibility to support your success both at work and at home.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Extensive industry experience with UPS, backup generators, and mechanical infrastructure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in operations and on-call support for data centers or mission-critical facilities
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to inclusion. For workplace accommodations, please visit our support page. For more details on data privacy, see our Privacy Notice.

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