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.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong energy and project management background that enables them to engage with both internal business partners and external energy stakeholders. They will demonstrate an ability to think strategically about our business our technical challenges and have a skill-set to drive tactical execution of contracts energy initiatives and team goals. By establishing and growing business and technical relationships and managing the day-to-day interactions with these partners you will be responsible for meeting the energy team objectives to support AWSs infrastructure expansion in Japan region.
This role is based out of Japan. 10% travel may be required.
Key job responsibilities
Manage the interconnection of AWS data centers in the region to the electric grid by working with utilities and local authorities to ensure on time on budget and to specifications MV & HV transmission works & substation delivery.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Planning Real estate Design Procurement Construction Operations Finance & Commissioning teams to coordinate project activities and resolve any issues that may arise during project execution.
Provide regular project updates to senior management and stakeholders including progress reports financial updates region strategy documents and risk assessments.
Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including power utilities regulators suppliers contractors and consultants.
Undertake power due diligence for new or proposed data center sites to check power availability and feasibility.
Interface with power utilities and regulatory bodies to obtain necessary approvals and permits for project implementation.
Managing utility contracts/retail agreements entering into connection agreement; contracting the right capacity to optimize on power purchase costs.
Work with utility regulators to develop policies and guidelines that enable broader AWS strategies and objective.
Study understand and have view on regional power infrastructure network and utility planning and changes to the broader power infrastructure.
Manage capital budgets for electrical infrastructure improvements.
Identify and develop innovative cost savings projects and initiatives related to power infrastructure and supply.
About the team
About AWS
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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.
Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas fresh perspectives and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Mentorship & 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.
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.
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
- 6 years of solving problems with technology in the Energy & Utilities industries experience
- Bachelors degree or 5 years of directly managing and responsible for multiple large projects experience
- Experience in budgeting and analyzing cost/benefit trade-offs across a strategic portfolio.
- Experience in working directly with government officials and regulatory bodies
- Experience in data centers infrastructure service providers or related technology companies
- Experience in one of project management planning engineering developing or constructing substations or other 66kV or greater energy infrastructure.
- High level technical understanding of MV & HV Transmission Line and substation with a familiarity of local grid codes grid connectivity procedures grid application procedures and roles and responsibilities standards of performance of Distribution / Transmission Utilities.
- Experience successfully negotiating new tariff rates power purchase agreements and/or energy infrastructure contracts in regulatory regimes.
- Ability to manage complex and/or multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication strong organization time management and problem-solving skills capable of building strategic working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to self-start and self-motivate in a dynamic environment with partial information and high levels of ambiguity which requires looking around corners to deliver results for the business.
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.