Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Data Centers

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Denver (CO); On-site; USD 136,600 - 184,800; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Denver seeks a Principal Level Commissioning Engineer to lead the commissioning program for AWS leased/owned data centers. You will act as SME for electrical systems and drive design reviews, testing standards, and process improvements across regions.

As a hands‑on leader, you’ll develop training, perform audits, investigate root causes, and guide cross‑functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery of data center projects worldwide.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience.
• 6+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities
• Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment
• Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
• 7+ years’ experience directly related to the commissioning/startup of data centers/critical infrastructure or large-scale utility systems

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for electrical systems and the commissioning program for AWS leased/owned data centers
• Lead and support AWS pre-construction and construction management teams for new data center design and process improvement
• Lead and support AWS product teams and Principal Engineering for new data center design, new products, and product enhancements
• Lead and support reviews of design specifications, testing requirements, and test procedures and standards for adherence to commissioning specifications
• Lead and support workshops to align on issues, construction practices, data center designs, and initiatives to improve construction and commissioning
• Assist in the development and delivery of technical training programs for commissioning teams
• Conduct regular quality assurance audits of commissioning processes and field execution
• Lead COE investigations, RCA, and preventive measures to enhance reliability
• Participate in technical interviews for commissioning team members and contractors

Skills

Data center experience

Engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Denver seeks a Principal Level Commissioning Engineer to lead the commissioning program for AWS leased/owned data centers. You will act as SME for electrical systems and drive design reviews, testing standards, and process improvements across regions.

As a hands‑on leader, you’ll develop training, perform audits, investigate root causes, and guide cross‑functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery of data center projects worldwide.