Grid Strategy Manager EMEA Infrastructure Energy Team
Grid Strategy Manager EMEA Infrastructure Energy Team
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The AWS Infrastructure Energy Team (IET) team is looking for a Senior Grid Strategy Manager to own setting the strategic direction with regard to where we locate how we interconnect and how we operate our fleet of data centers across the power grids on which we depend. If you like to leverage your technical expertise to analyze develop and implement business supply chain and operational strategies in partnership with our internal and external partner teams and organizations wed like to meet you. Your work in grid strategy will provide the ultimate deliverable of the role is to ensure that access to secure resilient and scalable power is maintained so as not to constrain AWS business growth for our customers.
With a proven record in power engineering and delivery complemented by a robust project management skillset you will own the origination and delivery of largescale power infrastructure projects across EMEA in partnership with regional experts. This will see you look round corners in anticipation of risks and barriers to growth deep diving the quality of the power system and the underpinning generation and developing strategies to navigate constraints in terms of access to power. By delivering on the strategies you develop you will enable scalable future growth to support the expansion of AWS Cloud enabling our customers to innovate faster.
In conjunction with partner teams the successful candidate will cultivate business and technical relationships with a variety of stakeholders including grid and electricity utilities supply chain partners regulators and policymakers to ensure that power and grid infrastructure can be delivered in a timely and economic manner to support AWSs EMEA infrastructure expansion.
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)
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.
Key job responsibilities
You will work with internal engineering real estate and planning teams lead the development and of a comprehensive power growth strategy for AWSs EMEA data centers for new and existing regions
You will identify risks in delivery and operation of power grids and identify appropriate mitigations in collaboration with partner teams
You will identify opportunities for AWS to stimulate the transition to cleaner power grids in delivery of growth to support our customers across EMEA
You will identify and develop cost saving projects and initiatives related to grid and network infrastructure
You will collaborate with electricity utilities and other external stakeholders to develop strategies that support AWSs expansion in EMEA
You will develop and execute strategies that leverage capital projects (utility grid connections HV substations energy storage etc. to accelerate delivery of power capacity and optimize total cost of ownership
You will work with AWSs Public Policy team to develop policies and guidelines that enable broader AWS strategies and objectives
About the team
The role is available in Madrid Zaragoza London and Dublin
ABOUT AWS:
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 hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Work/Life Balance
We value worklife 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 theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employeeled 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
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledgesharing mentorship and other careeradvancing resources here to help you develop into a betterrounded professional.
Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering or other relevant technical field or equivalent professional or technical qualification
Project Management Professional (PMP) or commensurate experience managing multiple simultaneous international business projects
1015 years track record working in electric utility/energy industry in an engineering project or technical role including but not limited to design development and delivery of HV/MV electrical infrastructure projects
Proven track record of developing strategies that inform and influence business direction growth and leadership decisions at an organizational level
10 years of demonstrated experience advising on delivery of electricity infrastructure grid application and connections process and the broader policy and regulatory context of electricity grids understanding of grid codes and relevant regulatory models health & safety
Masters Degree in relevant discipline (MBA/MS)
Experience designing HV / MV electric infrastructure
Experience and understanding of the permitting process and compliance requirements Experience of IT infrastructure data centres and cloud services
Ability to converse in Spanish German French Swedish or Italian is advantageous
Demonstrated 5 years of analytical skillset to analyses the implications of electrical grid infrastructure systems and associated regulations on business goals and deliverables
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
With a proven record in power engineering and delivery complemented by a robust project management skillset you will own the origination and delivery of largescale power infrastructure projects across EMEA in partnership with regional experts. This will see you look round corners in anticipation of risks and barriers to growth deep diving the quality of the power system and the underpinning generation and developing strategies to navigate constraints in terms of access to power. By delivering on the strategies you develop you will enable scalable future growth to support the expansion of AWS Cloud enabling our customers to innovate faster.
In conjunction with partner teams the successful candidate will cultivate business and technical relationships with a variety of stakeholders including grid and electricity utilities supply chain partners regulators and policymakers to ensure that power and grid infrastructure can be delivered in a timely and economic manner to support AWSs EMEA infrastructure expansion.
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)
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.
Key job responsibilities
You will work with internal engineering real estate and planning teams lead the development and of a comprehensive power growth strategy for AWSs EMEA data centers for new and existing regions
You will identify risks in delivery and operation of power grids and identify appropriate mitigations in collaboration with partner teams
You will identify opportunities for AWS to stimulate the transition to cleaner power grids in delivery of growth to support our customers across EMEA
You will identify and develop cost saving projects and initiatives related to grid and network infrastructure
You will collaborate with electricity utilities and other external stakeholders to develop strategies that support AWSs expansion in EMEA
You will develop and execute strategies that leverage capital projects (utility grid connections HV substations energy storage etc. to accelerate delivery of power capacity and optimize total cost of ownership
You will work with AWSs Public Policy team to develop policies and guidelines that enable broader AWS strategies and objectives
About the team
The role is available in Madrid Zaragoza London and Dublin
ABOUT AWS:
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 hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Work/Life Balance
We value worklife 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 theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employeeled 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
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledgesharing mentorship and other careeradvancing resources here to help you develop into a betterrounded professional.
Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering or other relevant technical field or equivalent professional or technical qualification
Project Management Professional (PMP) or commensurate experience managing multiple simultaneous international business projects
1015 years track record working in electric utility/energy industry in an engineering project or technical role including but not limited to design development and delivery of HV/MV electrical infrastructure projects
Proven track record of developing strategies that inform and influence business direction growth and leadership decisions at an organizational level
10 years of demonstrated experience advising on delivery of electricity infrastructure grid application and connections process and the broader policy and regulatory context of electricity grids understanding of grid codes and relevant regulatory models health & safety
Masters Degree in relevant discipline (MBA/MS)
Experience designing HV / MV electric infrastructure
Experience and understanding of the permitting process and compliance requirements Experience of IT infrastructure data centres and cloud services
Ability to converse in Spanish German French Swedish or Italian is advantageous
Demonstrated 5 years of analytical skillset to analyses the implications of electrical grid infrastructure systems and associated regulations on business goals and deliverables
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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