Principal Structural Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering
AmazonColumbus, Ohio
Full-time
Salary
$163k–$220k/ annually
Free account to apply · application completed on Amazon
Salary
$163k–$220k/ annually
Free account to apply · application completed on Amazon
Amazon Web Service (AWS) operates 123 Availability Zones (AZs) within 39
geographic Regions around the world. Amazon’s AWS Data Centers (DCs) are a major
component of worldwide cloud-computing infrastructure and are industry leading
examples of critical facilities.
Architects and Engineers in AWS work to design resilient, cost-effective DC
facilities. We are responsible for achieving a world-class uptime for our
customers and drive to develop a fleet of buildings emphasizing security,
safety, efficiency, and cost effectiveness, while finding new ways to meet AWS’s
growing demand. We justify and communicate the technical decisions we make to
AWS leadership and work hard to drive continuous advancements in our designs. As
an Architect/Engineer at AWS you will have the opportunity to impact changes in
our current design, as well as establish design procedures and protocols for
future systems.
As a Principal Structural Engineer you are a leader in your field, collaborating
with and leading the work of cross-functional teams including: technical program
management, product management, architecture, civil engineering, mechanical
engineering, electrical engineering, supply chain management, operations,
safety, security, finance, and legal. You will participate in external
forums/consortiums to understand current trends and developments within the
industry. Additionally, you will be a leader for global structural design
strategy and development. This role will communicate the technical decisions we
make to Senior Management and will drive continuous improvements with our
designs.
Key job responsibilities
The Principal Structural Engineer will be responsible for the following:
- Provide technical oversight and governance of the global Basis of Design
(BOD).
- Conceives, initiates, and leads special projects with widespread impact on AWS
infrastructure design, environmental footprint, and implementation time.
- Be a leader and technical educator within internal and external Amazon teams
supporting our existing DCs and ongoing planning, design and construction
projects.
- Collaborate with internal partner teams to define building requirements and be
a technical source for all building structural attributes.
- Decompose complex structural issues relating to existing buildings or projects
in construction into straightforward and actionable solutions and drive
resolution of mitigation measures.
- Develop strategic prototypical building solutions which meet or exceed our
quality requirements and drive value engineering and standardization of interior
infrastructure support systems, building superstructure, and cladding systems.
- Serve as a technical advisor for AWS DC design projects including; review of
foundation and structural systems, evaluating superstructure design options, and
assessing structural calculation assumptions.
- Maintain and host collaborative technical meetings to provide a venue for
generating innovative and environmentally sustainable solutions for global
deployment.
- Collaborate with local regulatory agencies and certification agencies to
ensure compliance with federal, state and municipal requirements and building
codes.
About the team
The Design Quality Assurance (DQA) team is a team within AWS Design Engineering
Americas (DE-AMER) focused on ensuring quality and consistency across data
center designs at scale. The team standardizes design execution for new products
and innovations, maintains technical communications, drives continuous
improvement of design documents, and serves as the primary DE liaison with
product/solutions teams. Staffed by principal and senior level SMEs across core
disciplines, the DQA team shepherds first-article designs, facilitates
technology intercepts, and mentors the broader DE organization to prevent errors
from propagating across the fleet. Basic Qualifications: - Professional Engineer
License
- 12+ years of design experience
- 10+ years of mission critical facilities experience
- Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of
data center equipment and facilities
- Experience performing complex business case analysis to justify technical
decisions and presenting the justification to management in a high-level review
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and
effective communication abilities
- Detailed understanding of structural systems, seismic design, snow loading,
building forensic analysis, building envelope design.
- Proficiency in international building codes and regulations including IBC,
IFC, and OSHA.
- Ability and willingness to think outside of the box to find creative and
innovative solutions to reduce costs with no impact on quality, reliability, or
maintainability. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree in Structural
Engineering
- Experience in data center design, construction, operations, or facility
maintenance
- Detailed understanding of building construction, forensic analysis of building
design and construction defects, and evaluating value engineering for building
super structure.
- Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical system components and
designs.
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
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information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please
contact your Recruiting Partner.
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
[https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits].
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