Chief Data Center Engineer — Operations & Uptime

Amazon

Sterling (VA)

On-site

USD 98,700 - 210,800

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Equity and sign-on payments
Flexible work culture

Job summary

A global technology leader is looking for an experienced Chief Engineer to manage critical data center operations and ensure efficient performance. The role involves overseeing facilities-related issues, conducting equipment troubleshooting, and leading engineering teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, along with significant project management experience in data centers. This position offers competitive salary and benefits in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in project management in data centers.
  • Experience with design concepts from development to deployment.
  • Knowledge of data center equipment and electrical diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary escalation point for facilities-related issues.
  • Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures.
  • Provide training to Engineering Operations Technicians.
  • Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting
Mechanical troubleshooting
Project management
Microsoft Excel
Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Power monitoring systems
Microsoft Word
Windows Operating Systems

Job description

A global technology leader is looking for an experienced Chief Engineer to manage critical data center operations and ensure efficient performance. The role involves overseeing facilities-related issues, conducting equipment troubleshooting, and leading engineering teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, along with significant project management experience in data centers. This position offers competitive salary and benefits in a dynamic work environment.
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