Engineering Technician (Electrical / Mechanical), Data Center Engineering Operations

Amazon Web Services (Aws); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cloud infrastructure is seeking an Engineering Technician specializing in electrical and mechanical systems. This role involves hands-on troubleshooting and operation of critical data center equipment. Join a diverse team committed to safety and innovation while maintaining high standards in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of data center engineering experience preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems (HVAC, controls).

Responsibilities

• Follow and maintain safety standards and promote a safety culture.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment within SLAs.

Skills

Electrical competencies

Mechanical competencies

Education

N6 Engineering qualification in Electrical or Mechanical

Tools

HVAC

UPS

switchgear

circuit breakers

diesel generators

chillers

exhaust fans

VFDs

transformers

Job description

Engineering Technician (Electrical / Mechanical), Data Center Engineering Operations

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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.

Job Description

We are looking for a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician to join our expanding Infrastructure Operations team.

This role involves hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operation.

If you enjoy applying your electrical and mechanical skills to solve problems, we'd like to meet you.

Your work will help maintain one of the world's largest information system infrastructures.

Key job responsibilities

1. SAFETY: Follow and maintain the highest safety standards and promote a safety culture. Ensure remediation of safety risks/issues with other teams. Own safety initiatives and projects.
2. ENGINEERING & FACILITY OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE: Experience with electrical and mechanical equipment such as UPSs, switchgear, circuit breakers, ATS, diesel generators, chillers, HVAC, exhaust fans, VFDs, transformers. Troubleshoot within SLAs. Take operational readings and supervise contractors. Manual handling may be required.

About The Team

Join a diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers. Collaborate across AWS to uphold safety and security standards, delivering high capacity at low cost. Experience an inclusive culture that encourages bold ideas and ownership.

Diversity & Inclusion

AWS values diverse experiences and encourages applicants regardless of background or traditional qualifications. We especially welcome South African citizens from designated groups to contribute to diversity and employment equity.

Qualifications

• Basic: Knowledge of electrical competencies and theory; N6 Engineering qualification in Electrical or Mechanical.
• Preferred: 2+ years of data center engineering experience; knowledge of mechanical systems (HVAC, controls).

Additional Information

We are committed to an inclusive culture, workplace accommodations, and supporting your career growth. Ability to work shifts is required.