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DESCRIPTION
How would you like to be a part of Earth’s most customer-centric company? You would work with teams of front-line responders who support the operations of some of the world’s most data centers. Our Data Center Engineering Operations team maintain and operate our critical infrastructure systems so that they are prepared to stand up against any situation.
AWS has the world’s largest cloud computing portfolio. As an Amazonian you will work in some of the most sophisticated, safe, and secure data centers in the world. Our Engineering Operations Technicians (EOT’s) help keep them that way by working with the brightest minds from around the globe to help test and implement the newest technology and work practices to meet the demands of a changing market.
We have a passion for learning and evolving, it’s how we have helped define ourselves as leaders in the industry. Let’s work hard, have fun, and make history!
Key job responsibilities
Daily building rounds to monitor and record information from electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment to ensure 24/7 reliability and availability
Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management System (EPMS)
Assist in troubleshooting of facility and rack-level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA)
Perform rack installs and rack decommissioning within internal SLA
Perform PM, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment
Technical writing to support change management program
Monitor daily work requests and manage to resolution, and execute projects from conception to completion
On-site support of contractors, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices, procedures & local legislation
Work schedule changes depending on specific site needs. Shifts can be up to 12-hours and may rotate on a predefined schedule. Some locations have on-call rotations.
Role may support more than one location/site.
A day in the life
This role acts as Amazon’s front line when it comes to hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting, reporting to a site’s Data Center Facility Manager (FM). They will maintain, operate, and troubleshoot mission-critical data center facility equipment including stand-by diesel generators and related fuel systems, 3 phase electrical systems such as switchgear, UPS units, PDUs, and wet cell batteries and associated systems. Mechanical equipment includes CRAHU units, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, water systems, air handlers and associated systems, pumps, and motors. Additional support equipment is included in the scope of the role which includes fire/life safety equipment, building automation systems, and general facilities equipment.
About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
About the team
Basic qualifications
2+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
2+ years of electrical or mechanical experience
Ability to work on a flexible schedule including days, nights, and/or weekends.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of relevant work experience
- Experience in relevant work
- Can bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working
- Can use hands to manipulate small wires and objects
- Can walk on job sites in uneven terrain
- Can work at heights and from ladders
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of data center engineering experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/ fiber) cabling
- Experience in data center engineering
- Can perform physical tasks all day without becoming overly tired
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance 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, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, NV, SPARKS - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, OH, Jeffersonville - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, OR, Boardman - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, TX, Wink - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, VA, Ashburn - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, VA, Chantilly - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, VA, MANASSAS - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
DESCRIPTION
How would you like to be a part of Earth’s most customer-centric company? You would work with teams of front-line responders who support the operations of some of the world’s most data centers. Our Data Center Engineering Operations team maintain and operate our critical infrastructure systems so that they are prepared to stand up against any situation.
AWS has the world’s largest cloud computing portfolio. As an Amazonian you will work in some of the most sophisticated, safe, and secure data centers in the world. Our Engineering Operations Technicians (EOT’s) help keep them that way by working with the brightest minds from around the globe to help test and implement the newest technology and work practices to meet the demands of a changing market.
We have a passion for learning and evolving, it’s how we have helped define ourselves as leaders in the industry. Let’s work hard, have fun, and make history!
Key job responsibilities
Daily building rounds to monitor and record information from electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment to ensure 24/7 reliability and availability
Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management System (EPMS)
Assist in troubleshooting of facility and rack-level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA)
Perform rack installs and rack decommissioning within internal SLA
Perform PM, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment
Technical writing to support change management program
Monitor daily work requests and manage to resolution, and execute projects from conception to completion
On-site support of contractors, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices, procedures & local legislation
Work schedule changes depending on specific site needs. Shifts can be up to 12-hours and may rotate on a predefined schedule. Some locations have on-call rotations.
Role may support more than one location/site.
A day in the life
This role acts as Amazon’s front line when it comes to hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting, reporting to a site’s Data Center Facility Manager (FM). They will maintain, operate, and troubleshoot mission-critical data center facility equipment including stand-by diesel generators and related fuel systems, 3 phase electrical systems such as switchgear, UPS units, PDUs, and wet cell batteries and associated systems. Mechanical equipment includes CRAHU units, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, water systems, air handlers and associated systems, pumps, and motors. Additional support equipment is included in the scope of the role which includes fire/life safety equipment, building automation systems, and general facilities equipment.
About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
About the team
Basic qualifications
2+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
2+ years of electrical or mechanical experience
Ability to work on a flexible schedule including days, nights, and/or weekends.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of relevant work experience
- Experience in relevant work
- Can bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working
- Can use hands to manipulate small wires and objects
- Can walk on job sites in uneven terrain
- Can work at heights and from ladders
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of data center engineering experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/ fiber) cabling
- Experience in data center engineering
- Can perform physical tasks all day without becoming overly tired
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance 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, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, NV, SPARKS - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, OH, Jeffersonville - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, OR, Boardman - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, TX, Wink - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, VA, Ashburn - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, VA, Chantilly - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
USA, VA, MANASSAS - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly
Data Center Engineering Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon115
- Meta24
- Rosendin Electric8
- GEICO5
- Tesla4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software35
- Retail20
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces20
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Manufacturing2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data center engineering jobs.
- Experience operating and maintaining critical facilities including power, cooling, and fire suppression systems
- Familiarity with Tier I through Tier IV data center standards and uptime requirements
- Proficiency with DCIM tools, BMS platforms, and ticketing and change-management systems
- Industry certifications such as BICSI, Uptime Institute ATD, or CompTIA Server+
- Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearances or access credentials for sensitive facilities
Tips for Your Data Center Engineering Job Search
Quantify uptime and critical systems experience
Your resume should show Tier classifications, availability metrics, and specific critical systems you've maintained. Hiring managers in this field want concrete evidence you've kept mission-critical infrastructure running, not just a list of equipment brands you've touched.
Stack certifications before applying to top roles
Certifications like BICSI RCDD, Uptime Institute ATD, or CDCP directly appear in data center engineering job requirements. Listing them prominently on your resume shortens recruiter review time and clears automated filters before a human ever reads your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists data center engineering openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by facility tier and scale
Filter your search by employer type: hyperscalers like cloud providers fill roles differently than colocation operators or enterprise facilities teams. Tailoring your application language to match the scale and tier of the facility shows you understand the operational context of the job.
Prepare for scenario-based technical interviews
Data center engineering interviews routinely involve real-world fault scenarios, such as a UPS failure during peak load or a cooling unit trip. Walk through your reasoning out loud, reference the systems hierarchy you'd check, and name the runbooks or escalation paths you'd follow.
Negotiate shift differentials and on-call terms
Many data center roles include rotating shifts, on-call rotations, or weekend coverage that add real compensation value. Before accepting an offer, clarify the on-call frequency, response-time expectations, and whether differential pay applies to nights and weekends.
Data Center Engineering Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most data center engineerings?
The companies hiring the most data center engineerings right now include Amazon, Meta, and Rosendin Electric, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Texas, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to be highest near major network exchange points and regions with large hyperscale campuses.
How many data center engineering jobs are remote?
About 22% of data center engineering openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most critical facilities roles. Sub-areas such as DCIM software administration, capacity planning, and vendor management are the most likely to offer hybrid or occasional remote flexibility compared to operations and maintenance positions that require on-site presence.
How do you become a data center engineering?
Start with a technical degree or trade certification in electrical, mechanical, or network systems, then gain hands-on experience through facilities technician, IT operations, or field service roles. Pursue industry certifications such as BICSI or Uptime Institute credentials to validate your knowledge of critical facilities standards. Building direct experience with power distribution, cooling infrastructure, and structured cabling accelerates your path into engineering-level positions.
How do you get a data center engineering job with little experience?
Entry-level roles such as data center technician, critical facilities associate, or NOC analyst are the most common starting points for candidates without direct engineering experience. Employers in this field value certifications, familiarity with physical infrastructure, and a background in any hands-on technical environment. Completing vendor training programs for common DCIM or BMS platforms can also help you stand out when your resume is light on data center-specific titles.
What does the data center engineering interview process look like?
Most data center engineering interview processes include an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone or video interview covering critical systems knowledge, and an on-site or panel interview with scenario-based questions. Candidates for senior roles often complete a written or whiteboard exercise around capacity planning, fault response, or infrastructure design. References from previous facilities or operations roles are commonly requested before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to data center engineering jobs?
You can find and apply to data center engineering jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that fit your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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