Data Center Chief Engineer , DCEO

Amazon; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A global tech company is seeking a Facilities Manager to operate and manage critical systems in their data centers. Candidates should have a technical background with significant experience in electrical and mechanical systems, as well as data center operations. This role requires leadership skills and the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively. The position involves both routine and emergency service management. Travel and physical work may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.
• 3+ years of data center or mission-critical facilities experience.
• Experience leading a team is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation and management of routine and emergency services on critical systems.
• Drive projects with moderate complexity.
• Communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audience.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Data center operations

Team leadership

Education

Technical training or degree in relevant field

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate independently with limited direct management.
• Act as an escalation point for all facilities‑related issues.
• Oversee operation and management of routine and emergency services on a variety of critical systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, and building monitoring systems.
• Drive projects with moderate complexity.
• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians and work with the Facility Manager to set team culture.
• Conduct building‑specific drills and identify team/individual areas for improvement, working with the Facility Manager to address weaknesses.
• Create and deploy compliance for new standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians and vendor support teams.
• Establish building performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of critical facility operations and maintenance.
• Communicate complex technical information to a non‑technical audience.
• Assist in design and build‑out of new facilities.
• Work with IT managers and other business leaders to coordinate projects, manage capacity, and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability and efficiency.
• Respond to out‑of‑hours emergency calls – second‑level escalation point for Data Center facilities‑related issues/failures.
• Work outside normal business hours for routine maintenance as required.
• Travel may be required.
• Walk job sites in uneven terrain, maintain balance, and perform construction tasks while on a ladder.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently and participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds.
• Perform routine physical tasks such as walking, using hands and fingers, handling or touching equipment, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling.

Basic Qualifications

• Technical (Military/Trade School) training or degree in a relevant field (e.g., electrical, mechanical).
• 3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.
• 3+ years of data center or mission‑critical facilities experience (e.g., hospital, military facility, public safety facility).

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of Data Center Engineering experience.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
• Experience leading a team.

About the Team

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. AWS values diverse experiences and encourages an inclusive culture that fosters learning, curiosity, and career growth.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.