Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Operations Traineeship, AWS (UAE National Only)

-; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is offering an exciting Engineering Operations Traineeship opportunity in Abu Dhabi for UAE nationals. This full-time position involves hands-on troubleshooting and operations of critical infrastructure while providing exposure to the skills needed for a future full-time role. Candidates must have a recent degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a similar technical program. Key responsibilities include maintaining equipment and supporting operational activities within the Data Center team.

Qualifications

• UAE National with family book.
• Recently graduated from a relevant Bachelor's or trade program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining and operating mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Support root cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Help troubleshoot facility and rack-level events.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Good time management and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Technical/Trade school programme (HVAC, electrician, or similar)

Job description

AWS have an exciting Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Operations Traineeship opportunity in Abu Dhabi available for a UAE national with family book. AWS are committed to contributing towards the UAE's goal of employing 75,000 Emiratis in the private sector and Ministerial Resolution No.279.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is growing rapidly, and we are looking for Engineering Operations Technician Trainees to join our expanding Data Center team in Abu Dhabi.

Programme Details

• Duration: 6 months, full-time (40 hours/week).
• Schedule: Monday‑Friday day schedule.
• The programme provides exposure to the skills required for a future full‑time Data Center Engineering Operations Technician role. Please note a Full‑time role may involve shifts, weekends, and on‑call rotations.

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AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. 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 we're 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.

Key job responsibilities

The Engineering Operations team are AWS's front‑line responders for hands‑on troubleshooting and operations of critical infrastructure. As a Trainee, you will:

• Assist in maintaining and operating mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Support root cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Help troubleshoot facility and rack‑level events within internal SLAs.
• Take daily operational readings of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Use our internal CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to manage workflows.
• Work alongside third‑party vendors and contractors onsite.
• Work with equipment that supports mission‑critical servers, including but not limited to: diesel generators, switchgear, UPSs, PDUs, air handling units, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, motors, VFDs, and building automation systems.

Physical Requirements

• Working at heights and from ladders.
• Regularly lifting/moving up to 22kg (49lbs) unassisted, and participating in group lifts for heavier loads.
• Using hands to handle and manipulate small tools, wires, and objects.

Basic Qualifications

• UAE National with family book.
• Recently graduated, with a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Mechanical or Electrical Engineering) OR
• Recently graduated from a Technical/Trade school programme (HVAC, electrician, facilities maintenance, or similar).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good time management and organizational skills.

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