Data engineer Jobs in Kent, WA

Job#: 3032292

Job Description:

Data Center Technical Operations Engineer – Facilities

Location: Kent, WA 98032

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Employment Type: 2‑Year Contract‑to‑Hire

Pay Rate: $35/hour

Overview

We are seeking a Data Center Technical Operations Engineer – Facilities to support engineering and operational excellence within a large-scale Amazon data center environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of critical data center infrastructure through strong leadership, preventative maintenance, and vendor management.

The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical expertise, people leadership, and operational discipline in mission‑critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on‑site leadership for shift technicians, senior technicians, subcontractors, and vendors, ensuring all work aligns with established procedures and safety standards
• Establish performance benchmarks, analyze operational data, and prepare reports related to critical facility operations and maintenance
• Partner with IT managers and business leaders to coordinate projects, manage capacity, and optimize safety, reliability, and efficiency
• Operate and oversee both routine and emergency operations for critical systems, including:Switchgear and power distribution equipmentGenerators and UPS systemsChillers, cooling towers, and CRAC/CRAH unitsBuilding Monitoring Systems (BMS)
• Support the design, build‑out, or expansion of new data center facilities as needed
• Contribute to initiatives focused on improving facility performance and energy efficiency
• Manage asset tracking and inventory for critical infrastructure components
• Assist with recruiting and onboarding of technical staff
• Ensure high service quality and timely fulfillment of internal customer requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical degree (military, trade school) with relevant experience
• 2–4 years of relevant technical experience in facility or critical infrastructure operations
• 2–4 years of people or operational management experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven leadership, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and perform effectively in a fast‑paced, operationally critical environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 2–4 years of data center engineering experience
• 2–4 years of data center or critical facilities management experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Fundamental knowledge of network design, layout, and low‑voltage cabling (copper and fiber)

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a world‑class hyperscale data center environment
• Clear path to full‑time conversion after contract period
• Competitive hourly rate
• Exposure to cutting‑edge infrastructure and large‑scale operations

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or 844-463-6178.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.