Data Center Chief Engineer

The Senior Data Center Chief Engineer leads safe, reliable operation of critical power, cooling, and life safety systems in an AWS data center. This role oversees preventive and corrective maintenance, manages incidents and root cause analysis, and directs Engineering Operations Technicians and vendors. The engineer manages small to medium infrastructure projects, ensures compliance with safety and security procedures, uses CMMS and office tools for planning and reporting, and may travel between data centers during build-out and training phases.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of data center electrical, mechanical, and life safety systems.
• Serve as primary escalation point for facility issues and perform root cause analysis of failures.
• Lead and mentor Engineering Operations Technicians on procedures, troubleshooting, and safety practices.
• Manage small to medium facility projects from scoping and budgeting through implementation and closeout.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety and security procedures for all staff and vendors.
• Use CMMS and productivity tools to schedule, track, and document maintenance activities and incidents.
• Coordinate and supervise third-party vendors performing work in the data center.
• Support commissioning and transition of new or developing facilities into steady-state operations.

Required Skills

• Critical facilities operations
• Electrical power distribution systems
• Mechanical/HVAC systems
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Root cause analysis
• Project management
• Building automation systems (BAS)
• Emergency power systems (generators, UPS)
• Technical documentation and procedures
• Safety and security compliance