Sr. Electrical Engineer, Data Center Engineering

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.

Amazon Web Services is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to become part of a

global engineering team, responsible for the design and continuous innovation of

our rapidly expanding data center foot print.

Engineers at Amazon work to design resilient, cost effective electrical

distribution systems. As engineers at Amazon we are responsible for achieving a

world class uptime for our customers. We justify and communicate the technical

decisions we make to Sr. Management and work hard to drive continuous

advancements and improvements with our designs. As an engineer at Amazon you

have the ability to drive change and define/design the systems our customers

rely on.

Amazon offers a fast paced, fun, and exciting work environment. We continue to

grow at exponential rates and are looking for individuals that can support our

speed to market, enjoy a challenge, and have a desire for professional growth

and continuous learning experiences. Amazon’s work environment is unique in

every aspect and offers an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate.

If you are a creative, smart and driven individual that enjoys working with

complex problems we want YOU! At Amazon you will be responsible for working on

multi-million dollar designs that support our array of businesses and wide

variety of customers. Great ideas are encouraged and supported. Ingenuity is the

main mechanism which supports our focus on quality, speed, and cost.

We are looking for engineers with hands on electrical design experience. If you

can design an electrical system, have an understanding of the critical equipment

needs for a data center, and understand the constructability of varying designs

you may be a good fit. As we grow we are structuring our team to own more of our

engineering in house. Engineers will be responsible for taking designs from

concept to the permit and construction document set. You must be capable of

defining critical equipment specifications and approving equipment submittals.

Engineers will directly support construction and be a part of the process from

site selection review through commissioning and ultimately turnover. You will be

relied on as a subject matter expert in the electrical engineering field. At

Amazon we highly support continued learning opportunities and focus on continued

employee development.

At Amazon team work is absolutely necessary for us to accomplish our goals. You

must be able to work within a team and depend on others to accomplish the

required work. As an electrical engineer at Amazon you will be working with

other internal groups as well as external groups including utilities,

manufacturers, vendors, and contractors.

Amazon has a global presence. Travel should be up to 20% of your time and

in-person collaboration efforts in your assigned office location.

Key job responsibilities

- Data center electrical designs and collaboration with other disciplines to

create a construction document set.

- Creation of designs which meet or exceed our quality requirements and fall

within our budgetary requirements.

- Work with local agencies having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with

federal, state and municipal requirements and building codes.

- Review and approval of equipment submittals.

- Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests

prior to, and during construction phases.

- Work with commissioning teams to properly test and validate installation,

operation, and performance of electrical systems.

- Ability to work on concurrent projects in multiple geographical regions.

- Travel to sites for site review and work with onsite field engineers, as well

as provide engineering evaluations, electrical systems audits, and startup as

needed.

- Having fun and offering creative, out of the box solutions.

A day in the life

You'll start your day connecting with global team members to review ongoing

projects. You might analyze energy efficiency data, collaborate on innovative

cooling solutions, or mentor fellow engineers. You'll participate in design

reviews, engage with vendors, and contribute to sustainability initiatives that

shape our environmental footprint.

About the team

We are a diverse group of engineers committed to revolutionizing data center

design. Our team values creativity, sustainability, and continuous learning. We

support each other's growth while working on projects that impact millions of

customers worldwide. Our inclusive environment encourages sharing ideas and

celebrating collective achievements.

*Why AWS*

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.

*Diverse Experiences*

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.

*Work/Life Balance*

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.

*Inclusive Team Culture*

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 (gender diversity)

conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

*Mentorship and Career Growth*

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.

n Basic Qualifications: - 6+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in

mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power

generation or oil and gas facilities experience

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field

- Knowledge of critical data center/mission critical mechanical and electrical

equipment

- Experience in data center/mission critical design, construction, operations,

or facility maintenance

- Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of

data center/mission critical equipment and facilities Preferred Qualifications:

- 6+ years of data center design, construction, operations, or facility

maintenance experience

- Professional Engineering or Architectural License

- Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region

- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into

deployment or mass production

- Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings,

specifications, and submittal documents

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

https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations

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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].

USA, OH, COLUMBUS - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Austin - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Herndon - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually