Critical Infrastructure Electrical Field Engineer, Field Engineering

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance with the ability to successfully complete an Organisational Suitability Assessment. For more information regarding security clearances please visit ( Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were 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 were looking for talented people who want to help.

Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll 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 youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

As an Amazon Field Engineer you will provide full life-cycle support to AWS Data Centers from design inception through site improvement and maintenance. You will be the go to engineering resource for your region when technical advice is needed and will use your subject matter expertise and engage with diverse teams to:

Perform design and equipment submittal review for new Data Centers in your region.
Troubleshoot conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and create Corrective Action (CA) documentation for site/equipment failures.
Directly support operational issues with ad-hoc training complex operating procedure reviews including critical equipment and event support.
Own the design for existing data center upgrades and design-solutions which add capacity improve availability and increase efficiency.
Interface with internal data center design engineering team server hardware team environmental health and safety team to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in services delivered.
Work on concurrent projects sometimes in multiple geographical regions
Initiate and lead engineering audits including on-site visits within Amazons leased/owned data centers. Produce reports outlining risks with recommended mitigations and remediations
Act as resident engineer during new construction projects. Support construction commissioning and turnover


Amazons vision is to be the worlds most customer-centric company and this role is key to that vision. As a Field Engineer you will be leading projects to fit out our data centers to meet ever-evolving customer needs as we continue expanding our fleet to hyper-scale. As an ideal candidate you:

Possess Strong Engineering Judgement and are able to provide recommendations despite uncertainty
Are detail and data oriented
Have experience managing engineering projects and consultants.
Build trust and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. Operations Commissioning Construction and Design)
Are adaptable and inclined to get into the field to see things up close


Each day you will interact with different teams responsible for all aspects of the data centers. You will prioritize your activities to support data center capacity availability and safety focusing on the actions that are most impactful. You will have the opportunity to work on projects locally and globally.

Our team is dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.

Key job responsibilities

Perform design and equipment submittal review for new Data Centers in your region.
Troubleshoot conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and create Corrective Action (CA) documentation for site/equipment failures.
Directly support operational issues with ad-hoc training complex operating procedure reviews including critical equipment and event support.
Own the design for existing data center upgrades and design-solutions which add capacity improve availability and increase efficiency.
Interface with internal data center design engineering team server hardware team environmental health and safety team to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in services delivered.
Work on concurrent projects sometimes in multiple geographical regions.
Initiate and lead engineering audits including on-site visits within Amazons leased/owned data centers. Produce reports outlining risks with recommended mitigations and remediations
Act as resident engineer during new construction projects. Support construction commissioning and turnover

Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities

Perform design and equipment submittal review for new Data Centers in your region.
Troubleshoot conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and create Corrective Action (CA) documentation for site/equipment failures.
Directly support operational issues with ad-hoc training complex operating procedure reviews including critical equipment and event support.
Own the design for existing data center upgrades and design-solutions which add capacity improve availability and increase efficiency.
Interface with internal data center design engineering team server hardware team environmental health and safety team to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in services delivered.
Work on concurrent projects sometimes in multiple geographical regions.
Initiate and lead engineering audits including on-site visits within Amazons leased/owned data centers. Produce reports outlining risks with recommended mitigations and remediations
Act as resident engineer during new construction projects. Support construction commissioning and turnover

About the team
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 hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.


- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- NETA or ASHRAE certification or commissioning specific education courses
- Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook Word and Excel
- Experience with the design construction operation or maintenance of mission critical facilities especially data centers

- 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

Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

IDE statement:
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.