AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words were 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 were looking for talented people who want to help.
Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll 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 youll 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
(U.S Citizenship Required)
Additional Job Requirements
Ability and willingness to travel domestic and internationally for up to 80 of the year.
Key job responsibilities
As the Commissioning Engineer (CxE) you will provide testing and validation oversight of AWS data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure. This includes but not limited to review of design documents and equipment submittals leading Factory Witness Testing (FWT) and managing thirdparty commissioning vendors in the performance of onsite prefunctional functional and integrated systems testing. You will own your projects successes where you Deep Dived to resolve technical issues and had Bias for Action to address schedule impacts and coordination demands onsite. You will be sharing your lessons learned leading towards team growth and program improvements.
You will get the opportunity to provide multidiscipline input into the scheduling test script development designing and planning of projects. During commissioning you will be continuously auditing Cx vendors activities to ensure compliance with environmental quality and safety requirements. Following the AWS project reporting format you will be responsible for regular reporting of commissioning progress and metrics of assigned project to your Regional Commissioning Manager. You will have the opportunity to lead several projects simultaneously to achieve key milestones and deliver data center capacity while managing project budget as approved by Finance.
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 execute functional tests 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.
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5 years of engineering installation or startup/commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems
Bachelors degree in Mechanical/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
Effective communication skills detail oriented highly organized and able to work in high stress environments to maintain calm and respectful interaction with multiple teams
Advance knowledge of mechanical electrical and controls systems for critical infrastructures
Ability to read and edit construction documents (design drawings control diagrams specifications etc.
Experience developing and executing test procedures for mechanical or electrical systems/components based on design intent and approved equipment submittals
Meets/exceeds Amazons leadership principles requirements for this role
Meets/exceeds Amazons functional/technical depth and complexity for this role
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.