Chief Engineer , Data Centre Engineering Operations - West London , Data Centre Engineering Ope[...]

Amazon; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in London is seeking a Chief Engineer for Data Center Engineering Operations. The role involves ensuring optimal operation of electrical and mechanical safety equipment, managing large projects, and leading a diverse engineering team. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and extensive experience with data center infrastructure. The position offers opportunities to innovate and contribute to operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in data center operations.
• Ability to manage large scale projects independently.
• Experience with equipment troubleshooting and operations.

Responsibilities

• Train and support the Engineering team effectively.
• Oversight of daily operations and maintenance in the data center.
• Respond to emergency calls and troubleshoot issues as needed.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

UPS systems

Backup generator systems

Mechanical-room infrastructure

Job description

Chief Engineer, Data Centre Engineering Operations - West London, Data Centre Engineering Operations

Job ID: 3038858 | Amazon Data Services UK Limited

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re 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 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.

As Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center is operating at peak efficiency. This involves planned preventative maintenance of equipment, daily corrective work, and emergency response. You are expected to be a singular focal point for all facility operations and to support Amazon within its owned and operated data centers.

You should be able to manage large scale impacting projects and new region support from conception to completion. These projects involve large amounts of independent work as well as collaboration with external support groups including engineering, automation, procurement, and finance in both local and global settings. As Chief Engineer, you will be tasked with creating and delivering on key milestones, obtaining and tracking quotes for all necessary costs, and documenting project results for future implementation at other facilities. The goals of such projects are for the Chief Engineers to drive innovation and resiliency while reducing operational costs in the facilities.

Responsibilities

• Train and support the Engineering team in their role of providing electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operations
• Implement and execute site or equipment-specific training exercises. Exercises cover, but are not limited to: stand-by diesel generators, switchgear, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, chillers etc.
• Oversee day-to-day operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in data center sites
• Operate independently, with limited direct management
• Assist in the design and build-out of new facilities and perform root cause analysis of equipment failures
• Act as an escalation point for all facilities-related issues within the data center region. Work OT hours as needed to support site stability
• Troubleshoot and report facility and data center-level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA)
• Create and deploy standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams
• Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to by vendors, and AWS staff
• Respond to off-hour emergency calls related to his data centers and help with the investigation, mitigation, and recovery of the issue(s).
• Candidates should be able to lift up to 40 lbs and/or work in elevated locations.
• Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with an ability to provide after-hours support as needed. All physical requirements are expected with reasonable accommodations

Physical Requirements

• Work at height, and from ladders
• Perform physical tasks during the shift
• Work in a noisy environment, with ear protection

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or equivalent (to be amended based on country’s specifics)
• Extensive industry related experience with in-depth knowledge of UPS, backup generator systems and generic mechanical-room infrastructure
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications

• BS7671 18th Edition
• High/Low Voltage Authorised Person (AP) experience
• Previous experience in operations and on-call support for Data Center facilities or Mission Critical Plants/Production facilities
• Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/fibre) cabling

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Posted: September 23, 2025 (Updated 4 days ago)