Commissioning Engineer, AWS Data Center Commissioning
AmazonAtlanta, Georgia
Full-timenight
Salary
$117k–$160k/ annually
Free account to apply · application completed on Amazon
Salary
$117k–$160k/ annually
Free account to apply · application completed on Amazon
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation
of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re 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 we’re
looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply
chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles.
You’ll 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 you’ll experience an inclusive
culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Are you experienced in Critical Infrastructure Commissioning and looking for a
fast paced environment to work in? As a Data Center Commissioning Engineer
(CxE), you will be part of highly creative, efficient team tasked with tackling
fascinating and challenging problems building and supporting the operations of
Amazon owned data centers. The Amazon Commissioning team (ACx) understands,
evaluates, defines and manages the expectations of construction quality in
accordance to engineering designs to meet the customer requirements. The CxE is
responsible for supporting vendors, contractors, and other teams involved in the
construction and commissioning of various systems such as:
-Medium and low voltage power systems
-Generators
-UPS
-HVAC (Air Handlers / Exhaust Fans / VFD)
-Chilled Water Systems
-Building Management systems (BMS)
-Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)
-Testing and balancing
-Pumps and Hydronic systems
Physical Requirements
Walk job sites in uneven terrain
Work at heights and from ladders
Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel,
crouch or crawl
Lift and/or move up to 49 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 50 pounds
or more
Carry objects weighing up to 49 pounds for short distances
Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration with potential for night and
weekends
Perform physical tasks throughout the day without becoming overly tired
Ability to manipulate small wires and objects easily
Work in a noisy environment
Work in environments that are colder or hotter than a normal office environment
Additional Job Requirements
· Ability and willingness to travel domestic and internationally for up to 80%
of the year.
· Required to provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away
from the office; reimbursed.
· US Citizenship required
Key job responsibilities
The Commissioning Engineer (CxE) provides testing and validation oversight of
AWS data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure. CxEs review design
documents, lead Factory Witness Testing (FWT), and manage third-party
commissioning vendors in the performance of onsite pre-functional, functional,
and integrated systems testing. They take Ownership of their projects’ successes
by Diving Deep to resolve technical issues and having Bias for Action to address
everchanging schedule and coordination demands onsite. Additionally, CxEs
communicate lessons learned and continuously collaborate on program
improvements.
The CxE shall provide multi-discipline input into the scheduling, test script
development, designing, and planning of projects. In addition, the CxE will be
required to review component submittal packages, lead Factory Witness Testing
(FWT), perform system level and integrated system testing. During commissioning
the CxE will continuously audit activities to ensure compliance with
environmental, quality, and safety requirements. Additionally, the individual
will be responsible for comprehensive weekly reporting of status of all ongoing
projects and lessons learned to continually improve the quality of our program.
This position will include coverage of multiple inflight projects and short
timelines.
A day in the life
On a typical project, the CxE works across AWS engineering, capacity delivery,
operations, and contractor teams to coordinate site activities, prioritize
tasks, and ensure each issue has clear path to resolution. The CxE manages the
project commissioning vendor whose primary scope is to identify issues,
determine criticality, propose solutions, and document their findings. If
project turnover is at risk, the CxE escalates to the appropriate stakeholders.
Upon project completion, the CxE will communicate lessons learned to help peers
on similar projects in flight and participate in initiatives that drive
improvement to the commissioning program.
About the team
The AWS Data Center Commissioning Team (ACx) is a wholly independent business
within the DCGS organization. This team of veteran professional Electrical
Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Controls Engineers, Architectural Engineers,
Project Managers, Operators and seasoned Amazonians are uniquely positioned to
provide deeply detailed engineering and operational review and testing of
equipment designs, operational functionality and construction practices. We are
focused on ensuring the rapid delivery of a quality product while maintaining
full transparency, recording metrics of manufacturer/contractor/equipment issues
pre-PFHO, and identifying opportunities for all our peers and customers.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted
cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating —
that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies
trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred
qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates
to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path,
or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the
expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of
our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home,
there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led
affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our
differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our
Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us
to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s
Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and
other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded
professional.
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Basic Qualifications: - 5+ years of engineering, installation, or
startup/commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or 5+ years of
relevant discipline work experience
- High technical competency in either mechanical or electrical or control
systems utilized in critical infrastructures, with the capability to learn and
be trained in the others.
- Understand the design concept and intent by reviewing mechanical or electrical
design documentation, including drawings, specifications, vendor submittals and
sequences of operations and provide feedback on the same in accordance with
Amazon standards for basis of design.
- Develop but majorly review commissioning documentation such as test plans,
scripts and reports developed by vendors to ensure accuracy in accordance with
the design requirements. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience developing and
executing test procedures for mechanical or electrical systems/components based
on design intent and approved equipment submittals
- Advanced knowledge Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook required;
advanced knowledge of SharePoint (or similar) preferred
- Strong communication skills, detail oriented, highly organized, and able to
work in high stress environments to maintain calm and respectful interaction
with multiple teams
- Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems for
critical infrastructures
- Ability to read and edit construction documents (design drawings, control
diagrams, specifications, etc.)
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
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package
will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final
compensation will be determined based on factors including experience,
qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits
including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &
AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health
Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy
Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits
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USA, GA, Atlanta - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually