Data Center Chief Engineer

Amazon

Boardman, OR, US
On-site
Electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance
Emergency response and troubleshooting
Root cause analysis of equipment failures
Amazon is seeking a Data Center Chief Engineer for its Boardman, OR location, responsible for overseeing the operations and maintenance of critical systems within the data center. This role is essential for ensuring the efficiency and reliability of infrastructure that supports Amazon Web Services (AWS) operations

Job Summary

  • The Data Center Chief Engineer serves as the primary escalation point for all facilities-related issues within the data center.
  • Candidates will oversee critical systems including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, chillers, and cooling towers while ensuring peak efficiency.
  • Relocation assistance is provided to eligible candidates who relocate for this position.

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Amazon is seeking a Data Center Chief Engineer for its Boardman, OR location, responsible for overseeing the operations and maintenance of critical systems within the data center. This role is essential for ensuring the efficiency and reliability of infrastructure that supports Amazon Web Services (AWS) operations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance
  • Emergency response and troubleshooting
  • Root cause analysis of equipment failures
  • Training Engineering Operations Technicians
  • Vendor management and coordination
  • Safety procedure adherence

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative diverse team environment
  • Inclusive culture with bold ideas
  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Project management for new facilities
  • Communication with non-technical audiences

Key Requirements

  • Ability to travel over 50 miles or commute less than 50 miles
  • Willingness to work outside normal business hours
  • US Citizenship required for AWS GovCloud region access by Feb 2026

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship for GovCloud access effective Feb 24, 2026

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