Data Centre Technical Operations Engineer

Join one of the world’s leading cloud infrastructure teams and play a critical role in keeping the systems that power AWS running at peak performance. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in critical infrastructure, electrical and mechanical systems, and data centre operations, As a Data Center Technical Operations Engineer II (Chief Engineer), you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and reliability of critical electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems across AWS data centre facilities. You’ll lead operational excellence initiatives, support large-scale projects, and serve as a key escalation point for facility-related issues., * Lead and support engineering teams in troubleshooting and maintaining critical infrastructure.

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Deliver technical training on equipment including generators, switchgear, UPS systems, PDUs, AHUs, and chillers.
• Manage facility projects from planning through implementation.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and industry standards.
• Provide emergency and after-hours support when required. *

Essential Skills

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, including:

• Switchgear
• UPS systems
• Transformers
• Circuit breakers

Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Windows operating systems.

Experience delivering engineering projects from concept through deployment.

Highly Desirable

• Experience working in a data centre or other critical infrastructure environments.
• Knowledge of engineering documentation, SOPs, and electrical diagrams.
• Understanding of building regulations and safety standards such as NFPA, NEC, OSHA, or equivalent.
• Project management experience within mission-critical environments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work at height, and from ladders
• Perform physical tasks during the shift
• Work in a noisy environment, with ear protection