Data Center Mechanical Infrastructure Engineer

About the Role

Amazon is seeking a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer to design, develop, deploy, and maintain the critical mechanical and electrical systems that power cloud computing at scale. This role focuses on the physical infrastructure supporting the availability, efficiency, and reliability of AWS data centers globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data center infrastructure components, focusing on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Apply engineering best practices to ensure the efficiency, security, and availability of physical resources like power, cooling, and server rack systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and system issues through root cause analysis, documenting corrective actions, and resolving defects to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with engineers and internal partners to identify technical requirements, communicate design considerations, and deliver projects with consistent quality.
• Develop and document infrastructure solutions, including engineering models and technical drawings.
• Evaluate opportunities to integrate tools, including generative artificial intelligence, to improve workflows.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant regulations and Amazon policies.

A Day in the Life

• Review active infrastructure projects and coordinate team priorities.
• Inspect mechanical and electrical systems in the field, gather data, and validate installations against design specifications.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering audits.
• Work with operations and construction partners to resolve issues.
• Engage in a balance of hands-on technical work and collaborative problem-solving.

About the Team

The team focuses on ensuring Amazon's data center infrastructure is reliable, efficient, and ready for customer demand. The work spans mechanical engineering, data center design, and operational excellence, addressing challenges from component-level improvements to facility-wide upgrades.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Experience with the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of mission critical facilities, especially data centers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region.
• Knowledge of commercial or industrial power systems or mechanical systems.
• Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production.
• Experience using a variety of web-based and other software tools for calculation and data processing.