Controls Colo Regional Engineer, Colo Regional Engineering

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global 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.

As a Controls Colo Engineer you will work with internal business teams and with colocation vendors to identify document and resolve any operational/design deficiencies which could impact a sites capability or availability. You will provide full life-cycle support to Data Centers from design inception through site improvement and maintenance. You will be the go to engineering resource when technical advice is needed and will use your subject matter expertise and engage with diverse teams to:
Work in close relationship with the control team of DCE Colocation Design and Standards (CoDeS) to develop and implement new and existing standards.
Perform design and equipment submittal review for Controls for new Colo Data Centers in the region in order to ensure consistent standards across Colocation Data Centers and AWS owned sites.
Review and Identify risks within the scope of Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) for in-flight AWS Colo Data Centers.
Review and identify risks within automation controls drawings and wiring diagrams the controls logic programming and the graphical user interface.
Review and accept proposed changes to the site-specific control infrastructure against AWS Data Center standards and document accepted deviations when appropriate.
Review Colo and Hybrid controls sequence of operation and provide feedback to design.
Support the design for existing Colo Data Center control system upgrades and design-solutions which add capacity improve availability and increase efficiency.
Troubleshoot conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and create Corrective Action (CA) documentation for site/equipment failures related to control equipment.
Conduct site audits of Colo Data Centers including producing reports outlining risks with recommended mitigations and remediation.
Support construction commissioning and turnover for Controls for any new construction projects (could be remote with local Colo Engineer presence).

Key job responsibilities
Amazons vision is to be the worlds most customer-centric company and this role is key to that vision. As a Senior Controls Colo Engineer you will be leading projects to fit out the data centers we support to meet ever-evolving customer needs as we continue expanding our fleet to hyper-scale. As an ideal candidate you:
Possess Strong Engineering judgment and are able to provide recommendations despite uncertainty
Detail- and data oriented
Have experience managing engineering projects and consultants.
Build trust and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. Business Development Operations Commissioning Operations)
Be inclined to get into the field to see things up close.



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AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global 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.



- B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Engineering Technology HVAC or other related engineering degree OR 10 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5 years of experience in project coordination with multiple teams or vendors to meet project requirements
- experience with industrial or commercial engineering in Mission Critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers power generation oil / gas facilities. (Experienced Engineer)


- Masters in Electrical Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- 7 years of experience in project coordination with multiple teams or vendors to meet project requirements
- Experience with design configuration or servicing one or more of the following products; Siemens: Apogee Honeywell: Building Controls Trend: Building Controls Schneider Electric: PowerLogic/Struxureware Rockwell Automation: FactoryTalk Tridium: Niagra Eaton: Foreseer ABB: Decathalon Johnson Controls: Metasys
- Experience reading interpreting and creating construction drawings specifications and submittal documents


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