Amazon
Key Job Responsibilities
Act as the primary escalation point for all facilities‑related issues and oversee operation and management of routine and emergency services on critical systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, building monitoring systems, etc.
Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and troubleshoot facility issues within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA).
Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians and work with the Facility Manager to set team culture.
Create and deploy new standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams.
Assist in the build‑out of new facilities and support projects to increase current facility efficiency.
Work outside of normal business hours for routine maintenance and respond to out‑of‑hours emergency calls.
Communicate complex technical information to a non‑technical audience.
Coordinate projects with IT managers and other business leaders to manage capacity, optimize plant safety, performance, reliability and efficiency.
Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to by vendor and Amazon staff.
Establish building performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of critical facility operations and maintenance.
Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and other basic administrative tools to perform day‑to‑day tasks.
Physical Requirements Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently; participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds; maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder; walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull objects into position; work in an environment requiring provided ear protection.
About the Role A day in the life of a Chief Engineer (CE) involves hands‑on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and operations of mission‑critical data center facilities. The CE directs, trains, and supports technicians, manages projects, and collaborates with engineering, automation, processing, and finance teams locally and globally.
Basic Qualifications
3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.
3+ years of data center or mission‑critical facilities experience (e.g., hospital, military, public safety).
Technical training or degree in a relevant field such as electrical or mechanical engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
4+ years of data center engineering experience.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
Experience leading teams.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Amazon is a total compensation company. For more information, please visit the current compensation and benefits page.
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Act as the primary escalation point for all facilities‑related issues and oversee operation and management of routine and emergency services on critical systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, building monitoring systems, etc.
Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and troubleshoot facility issues within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA).
Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians and work with the Facility Manager to set team culture.
Create and deploy new standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams.
Assist in the build‑out of new facilities and support projects to increase current facility efficiency.
Work outside of normal business hours for routine maintenance and respond to out‑of‑hours emergency calls.
Communicate complex technical information to a non‑technical audience.
Coordinate projects with IT managers and other business leaders to manage capacity, optimize plant safety, performance, reliability and efficiency.
Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to by vendor and Amazon staff.
Establish building performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of critical facility operations and maintenance.
Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and other basic administrative tools to perform day‑to‑day tasks.
Physical Requirements Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently; participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds; maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder; walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull objects into position; work in an environment requiring provided ear protection.
About the Role A day in the life of a Chief Engineer (CE) involves hands‑on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and operations of mission‑critical data center facilities. The CE directs, trains, and supports technicians, manages projects, and collaborates with engineering, automation, processing, and finance teams locally and globally.
Basic Qualifications
3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.
3+ years of data center or mission‑critical facilities experience (e.g., hospital, military, public safety).
Technical training or degree in a relevant field such as electrical or mechanical engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
4+ years of data center engineering experience.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
Experience leading teams.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Amazon is a total compensation company. For more information, please visit the current compensation and benefits page.
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