Senior Data Center Controls Engineer

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

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Seattle (WA) is hiring a Controls Colo Engineer to lead and coordinate data center control system design, reviews, and upgrades. You will work with internal teams and colo vendors to uphold AWS standards, drive capacity improvements, and enhance site reliability.

The role emphasizes field readiness, collaboration across engineering disciplines, and a proactive approach to risk reduction and operational excellence in global infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience.
• Experience in data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance.
• Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and review of Colo control infrastructure against AWS standards.
• Identify risks in Building Management and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems.
• Support upgrades and maintenance to improve capacity and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and perform RCA/CA documentation for control equipment failures.
• Conduct site audits and produce risk reports with mitigations.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors for deployments.

Skills

Data center design

Mission critical engineering

Engineering project management

Field readiness

Stakeholder relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Seattle (WA) is hiring a Controls Colo Engineer to lead and coordinate data center control system design, reviews, and upgrades. You will work with internal teams and colo vendors to uphold AWS standards, drive capacity improvements, and enhance site reliability.

The role emphasizes field readiness, collaboration across engineering disciplines, and a proactive approach to risk reduction and operational excellence in global infrastructure.