Amazon Chief Engineer Data Center Engineering Operations 

France, Ile-de-France 

606848344

The CE directs, trains and supports EOTs in their role of providing hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operations. Implementation and execution of site/equipment-specific training exercises is also expected. This equipment includes, but is not limited to, stand-by diesel generators, switchgear, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, chillers, cooling towers, chemical treatment systems, pumps, motors, VFDs, compressors, and building automation systems.The role will be based in Paris France, however flexibility is required to travel to other locations within the EMEA region or further afield if required.Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and life systems equipment in data centers.
- Operate independently with limited direct management.
- Advise the FM on design and build out of new facilities.
- Act as an escalation point for all technical facilities-related issues within the data center region and work OT hours as needed to support site stability.
- Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Troubleshoot and report facility events within the internal SLA.- Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians and assisting in recruiting efforts for the same.- Utilize internal Change Management Systems to manage building workflows.
- MV/LV isolation to facilitate downstream switch-gear maintenance.
- Provide metric availability reporting on a weekly basis.
- Support all regions in the EMEA when required.
- Communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audience.- Develop and publish Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOP’s) and train Engineering Operation Technicians on the new SOP’s and EOP’s.
- Ability to solve problems at their root, stepping back to understand the broader context.
- Aptitude for hands-on troubleshooting and problem solving.
- Ability to maintain SLAs through the implementation of proactive issue detection and immediate response.
- Proven experience of reading single line diagrams (SLDs) and control schematics.
- Ability to follow , support and formulate procedures, system documentation, and issue tracking entries into a trouble ticket system.
- Shows good judgment and instincts in decision-making.
- Ability to prioritize in complex, fast-paced environment.
- Ability to use building management and electrical management systems to proactively identify anomalies and seek opportunities to improve the efficiency of the building operations
Physical Requirements:
- Walk job sites in uneven terrain.
- Work at heights and from ladders.
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 22 kilograms; and participate in-group lifts of 23 kilograms or more.
- Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration.
- Coordinate body movements when using tools or equipment.
- Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance.
- Bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working.
- Perform physical tasks all day without becoming overly tired.
- Use hands to manipulate small wires and objects.
- Push or pull heavy objects into position.
- Work in a noisy environment.
- Work at depths, such as under raised floors.

- NQF Level 8 Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- At least 5 years post graduate work experience.
- Holding a GCC in Factories or else being well advanced in the process of obtaining their GCC would be an advantage.
- Leadership experience in an engineering/technical environment for medium to large scale engineering operations (preferably electrical and mechanical).- Proven hands on experience of working with equipment and troubleshooting complex problems.
- Demonstrates key electrical and mechanical competencies and theory.
- Know and apply safe electrical practice according to guidelines set by relevant electrical safety supervisory bodies.
- Have a strong working knowledge and experience of the purpose and infrastructure of a Data Center. In-depth knowledge of UPS, backup generator systems and generic mechanical-room infrastructure such as chillers, cooler units, extraction fans and fan controls.
- Competent in use of basic IT programs such as MS Word/Excel or similar.Safety
- Empower a culture of safety, security, and compliance in all aspect of Data Center activities.
- Implement and contribute to safety protocols, drive organization’s safety programs and policies for safe risk free working environment.

- NQF Level 8 Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- At least 5 years post graduate work experience.
- Holding a GCC in Factories or else being well advanced in the process of obtaining their GCC would be an advantage.
- Leadership experience in an engineering/technical environment for medium to large scale engineering operations (preferably electrical and mechanical).- Proven hands on experience of working with equipment and troubleshooting complex problems.
- Demonstrates key electrical and mechanical competencies and theory.
- Know and apply safe electrical practice according to guidelines set by relevant electrical safety supervisory bodies.
- Have a strong working knowledge and experience of the purpose and infrastructure of a Data Center. In-depth knowledge of UPS, backup generator systems and generic mechanical-room infrastructure such as chillers, cooler units, extraction fans and fan controls.
- Competent in use of basic IT programs such as MS Word/Excel or similar.Safety
- Empower a culture of safety, security, and compliance in all aspect of Data Center activities.
- Implement and contribute to safety protocols, drive organization’s safety programs and policies for safe risk free working environment.Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and broader based Black Economic Empowerment and the further diversification of ideas. The relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity and Black Economic Empowerment will be considered when appointing potential candidates.
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