Senior Data Center Electrical Engineer

Own the electrical design leadership for data center mechanical cooling equipment, driving reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Data Center Design Engineering, Principal Engineering, and Hardware Engineering teams to translate new concepts into mechanical cooling products for AWS data centers (AHUs, chiller, pump skids, ADACs)
• Lead electrical aspects of mechanical cooling product design and development, including motor controls, VFDs, power distribution panels, control wiring, and instrumentation integration
• Coordinate across mechanical engineering, structural engineering, controls/automation, reliability, QA/QC, and compliance to develop well-considered product designs
• Design and specify electrical systems for rotating equipment (fans, pumps, compressors), covering motor sizing, protection, and control schemes
• Create electrical designs that meet or exceed quality requirements while delivering return on investment
• Work with global suppliers and manufacturers to specify electrical components, devices, and bills of materials for AHUs, skids, and ADACs
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and municipal requirements and building codes across countries, including UL, CE, IEC, NEC/NFPA 70, and other applicable standards for mechanical cooling equipment
• Prepare, review, and approve product design documentation, including electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, cable schedules, and bills of materials
• Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests prior to and during manufacturing
• Support field engineering and commissioning by setting up test processes and validating electrical installation, operation, and performance within mechanical cooling products
• Develop and review control logic, interlocks, and safety circuits for AHU, skid, chiller, and ADAC assemblies in coordination with controls engineers
• Manage concurrent projects across multiple geographical regions
• Support Operations with failure mode and root cause analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting support, and review of operating procedures for electrical systems in cooling equipment
• Serve as a technical leader within internal and external teams supporting data center infrastructure
• Travel up to 25% domestic and internationally

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• 6+ years of data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience
• Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission-critical facilities, including data centers, power generation, or oil and gas facilities
• Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations for the region

Technology

• VFDs

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering or Architectural License
• Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
• Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents
• Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription), Basic Life & AD&D, and option for Supplemental life plans
• EAP
• Mental Health Support
• Medical Advice Line
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs)

Team Overview

• Focused on ensuring Amazon data center infrastructure is reliable, efficient, and ready for future demand
• Works at the intersection of electrical engineering, mechanical systems, and operational technology to design and maintain physical environments supporting Amazon’s global services
• Emphasizes collaboration, creative problem-solving, and continuous improvement

Daily Activities

• Review design documents for new infrastructure deployment and provide feedback to strengthen overall architecture
• Lead cross-team project reviews and align engineers across regions on a shared technical approach
• Perform root-cause analysis of recurring facility issues and recommend mechanisms to prevent future occurrences
• Coach teammates, share expertise, and help shape the direction of critical infrastructure

Location: Atlanta, GA (onsite)

Salary: USD 136,600 - 184,800 per yearly

Employment: Senior role; 6 years minimum experience