Chief Engineer, DCEO

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Frankfurt; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Data Center Chief Engineer to join their team in Frankfurt. This role requires an individual to manage all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center, ensuring optimal functionality and safety.

Key responsibilities include overseeing operations, performing maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess experience in vendor management, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a strong understanding of mission-critical systems like data centers.

Formación

• Experience as a Data Center Chief Engineer or similar role.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day-to-day operations of data center equipment.
• Perform root-cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Conocimientos

Problem solving and root-cause analysis

Strong troubleshooting skills

Ability to maintain SLAs through proactive issue detection

Experience reading SLDs and control schematics

Good judgment and decision-making instincts

Ability to prioritize in a complex, fast-paced environment

Educación

Experience in vendor management

Experience with Microsoft Office

Knowledge of mission-critical systems

Herramientas

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Descripción del empleo

Data Center Chief Engineer

Amazon is looking for a detail-oriented individual to join our Data Center Engineering Operations Team in Rüsselsheim. The team maintains critical physical infrastructure that supports Amazon Web Services. The role ensures that the data center's MEP operates at 100% availability while maintaining first‑class customer service to teams and groups within the data centers.

The Data Center Chief Engineer (CE) is responsible for ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center operates at peak efficiency. This involves planned preventive maintenance, daily corrective work, and emergency response to issues. The CE serves as a single focal point for all facility operations and supports Amazon’s owned and operated data centers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in data centers
• Operate independently with limited direct management
• Assist in the design and build‑out of new facilities
• Act as an escalation point for all facilities‑related issues within the data center region and work overtime as needed to support site stability
• Perform root‑cause analysis of equipment failures
• Troubleshoot and report facility and data‑center‑level events within internal SLA
• Create and deploy new standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams
• Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians and assist in recruiting efforts for the same
• Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to by vendor and Amazon staff
• Utilize internal Change Management Systems to manage building workflows
• Provide metric availability reporting on a weekly basis
• Communicate complex technical information to a non‑technical audience

Required competencies:

• Problem solving and root‑cause analysis
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Ability to maintain SLAs through proactive issue detection and immediate response
• Experience reading SLDs and control schematics
• Familiarity with support procedures, system documentation, and ticketing systems
• Good judgment and decision‑making instincts
• Ability to prioritize in a complex, fast‑paced environment
• Ownership of technical issues brought by customers

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in vendor management
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of mission‑critical systems (data centers, hospitals, power plants, military facilities, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical Journeyman license
• Operating engineering license such as DC II, DC III, or equivalent
• Experience in construction or project management
• Certified Switching Operator

EEO Statement

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.

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