Project Engineer, Data Center Construction

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 Data Center Project Engineer you will be part of a creative diverse team tasked with solving fascinating problems in constructing Amazon Data Centers. Our data centers are industry examples of energy-efficient cost-effective designs. You will work alongside partner teams such as Operations Networking Controls Security and Commissioning to build Data Centers that directly support our customers.

As our Data Center Project Engineer you will support the teams that build some of the most interesting electrical and mechanical systems in the world. You will be on the construction site daily interacting with construction managers and stakeholders and be directly responsible for supporting the fast high-quality delivery of our data center construction. The Data Center Project Engineer will be part of the onsite Construction Management team and will own the communication coordination with our vendors information workflow and coordination of document management including requests for information (RFI) change orders reports and schedule updates.

At Amazon we are all Owners and leverage unique opportunities presented to us by owning everything from the design review to construction bidding to construction execution and final hand-off to our customers. We are a diverse upbeat creative team of engineers and managers working on a daily basis to develop innovative data centers for our customers.

Key job responsibilities
The Data Center Project Engineer will be responsible for:

Leading cross-functional communication and coordination between regional general contractors stakeholders and internal teams ensuring seamless information flow for construction protocols documentation access and standardized procedures
Developing and maintaining comprehensive tracking systems for design modifications RFIs and change orders creating detailed dashboards with priority levels and deadlines for regional leadership review
Evaluating Method of Procedure (MOP) submissions for thoroughness necessity and risk assessment
Managing vendor onboarding processes including security credentialing and orientation programs
Maintaining current project management software with critical milestone updates correspondence records and document control
Coordinating and monitoring owner-furnished material deliveries to ensure timely arrival at construction sites
Establishing and managing a centralized repository for contractor-supplied construction data
Overseeing quality assurance programs through implementation of various checklists including substantial completion verification safety protocols and quality control measures

A day in the life
Project Engineer is expected to be onsite daily (M-F). Build location is one hour southwest of Houston TX.

About the team
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 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 theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.

Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS its 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
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

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- Experience constructing electrical engineering systems including large scale power distribution/generation gear and mechanical engineering systems including cooling systems
- Experience in construction management or construction program management of large complex projects involving large-scale mechanical electrical and plumbing (MEP) plants
- 4 years of general contractor and vendor management work (request for proposals bidding change orders quality control RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution experience
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Construction Management or an equivalent engineering science Degree 2 years relevant overall experience or 4 years relevant overall experience in lieu of degree

- Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety BOCA NFPA NEC or OSHA
- Knowledge of critical data center equipment
- Knowledge of engineering documentation electrical diagrams and standard operating procedures
- Experience in project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

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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 TX Richmond - 96000.00 - 166300.00 USD annually