Transmission System Manager

WS 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.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a comprehensive evolving and growing business unit within which provides cloud services. Since early 2006 AWS has provided a highly reliable scalable low-cost infrastructure platform that powers hundreds of thousands of businesses in 190 countries around the world. The AWS Cloud spans 99 Availability Zones within 31 geographic regions around the world with more regions being added every year. If you are interested in a career working in a high growth fast-paced and Customer focused work environment then AWS may be the right fit for you.
The AWS Energy Team works across AMER to supply reliable and carbon free energy to our data centers. The team is seeking a results-orientated individual to join as a Transmission Systems Manager. In this role you will lead transmission planning activities that allow AWS to identify sites for renewable energy projects and power supply opportunities for existing and future AWS data centers. This role provides an opportunity for a technically minded individual to further advance their career within the clean energy sector.

Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities
1. Build develop and maintain transmission planning models to support Amazons energy growth strategies.
2. Conduct in-house power flow transmission studies generation de-activation and addition results.
3. Analyze and mitigate transmission constraints in collaboration with internal teams (Energy Procurement Operations Field Engineering) and external stakeholders (Utilities RTOs).
4. Perform technical due diligence assessments on power connection options evaluating costs timelines and key risks for proposed power projects.
5. Aggregate and manage datasets from multiple sources to provide comprehensive insights on energy projects supporting decision-making in renewable energy integration and load capacity planning.
6. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of transmission planning with Amazons overall energy strategy.
7. Manage relationships with consultants and external partners through various contractual documents and agreements.

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1. Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Power Systems or related field. 2. 2 years of power systems engineering transmission planning or related field experience. 3. 2 years proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g. PSS/E PSLF PowerWorldTARA). 4. Strong understanding of power system principles including load flow short circuit and stability analyses. 5. Familiarity with NERC and regional reliability standards and planning criteria.

1. Masters degree in Electrical Engineering with focus on Power Systems. 2. 3-5 years of transmission planning and generation interconnection studies experience for utility planning or with a power generation developer. 3. Knowledge of renewable energy integration challenges and solutions in power systems. 4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 5. Excellent communication skills and experience in facilitating technical meetings with diverse stakeholders. 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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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.

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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $83100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $177800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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.