Drimva

Amazon

Sr. Electrical Design Engineer, Data Center Engineering

$137K–$185K

Austin, TX +4 · Senior · Full-time · Posted Aug 21, 2026

Location
Austin, TX
Seattle, WA
Atlanta, GA
Herndon, VA
Columbus, OH
Experience
6+ years; basic qualification specifies industrial or commercial engineering in mission-critical facilities, while preferred qualification specifies 6+ years in data center work.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.

About the job

Designs and delivers electrical systems for AWS data centers, from concept and permitting through construction, commissioning, and turnover.

What you'll do

  • Develop data center electrical designs and construction documents; ensure they meet quality, budget, and code requirements.
  • Specify critical equipment, review submittals, and provide technical support during construction.
  • Support site reviews, electrical system audits, startup, commissioning, and validation across concurrent projects.

What they ask for

  • 6+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission-critical facilities, including data centers, power generation, or oil and gas facilities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
  • Knowledge of critical data center/mission-critical mechanical and electrical equipment.
  • Experience in mission-critical design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance, and researching designs, technologies, and construction methods.

Nice to have

  • 6+ years of data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience; Professional Engineering or Architectural License.
  • Knowledge of regional building codes and regulations; experience with design concepts or construction drawings, specifications, and submittals.

Pay

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