Sr. Fire Protection Engineer, Data Center Design 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.

Do you dream of working in a role where your talent with Fire Protection and next-generation data center design can be merged Do you want to expand your current knowledge of building systems while providing input from your previous experience Have you ever wondered what it is like to be able to influence construction on a global scale YES! Then keep reading.

In this role you will influence all aspects of fire protection design construction operations and maintenance for our global fleet of data centers. This includes fire suppression fire detection fire alarm and mass notification systems as well as fire-resistant construction and life safety. You will work with internal and external teams to define design detail and document the various fire protection features that our facilities require using both prescriptive and performance-based design approaches. As an Owner you will strive to ensure the fire protection features of our buildings protect our people and keep our customers data safe and uninterrupted over the life of the building. We expect you to contribute your expertise to the continual improvement of our fire protection design standards.

Primary responsibilities will be to perform and oversee project-related work such as water supply analysis and design for fire water service to buildings including coordination with utilities and fire officials to establish basic site infrastructure requirements. The ability to coordinate fire protection system space requirements supporting utilities and equipment locations and to provide detailed construction specifications for all fire protection-related trades will be expected. You will typically be responsible for the preparation of prescriptive designs for building fire suppression alarm and detection some cases you will be expected to prepare or approve performance-based design elements as needed to support our goals. You will review all design disciplines to ensure they meet the minimum fire protection requirements described in our design some cases you will oversee and review this work and in other cases you will perform the work yourself.

As the teams subject matter expert you will ensure that contractors have the information they need to build our data centers the way we expect them to and that our operations teams are well equipped to operate and maintain them as needed to meet our goals. As part of this role you will work with internal and external stakeholders including design construction commissioning operations vendors and other service providers as well as local building and fire officials. You will be part of a global team and you will be an integral part of our work to change the world through technology.

Key job responsibilities
Driving improvement of design standards and project approaches across the organization.
Work with third party design vendors to review concept designs and designs in progress to ensure they meet established design standards local code requirements and any other requirements of the Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
Be responsible for providing high quality fire protection engineering advice on a wide variety of projects globally while working with global fire protection engineering teams to achieve alignment of designs and design objectives.
Coordinating with construction commissioning and risk management teams to answer requests for information and value engineering queries.
Be responsible for construction documents code compliance design and installation standards water supply evaluation and assessment testing inspections and submittal review. Meet with AHJs as needed to ensure approval of fire protection features.
This position will require up to 25% travel.

About the team
The Data Center Design Engineering team at Amazon Web Services consists of Architects Structural Mechanical Electrical Civil Fire Protection and Controls Engineers working to design the next generation of Data Centers. The team is committed to achieving a world-class uptime for our customers and strives to develop a fleet of buildings emphasizing security safety and efficiency while finding new ways to meet our growing demand. We justify and communicate the technical decisions we make directly to AWS leadership and work hard to drive continuous advancements in our designs. As an integral member of the team you will have the opportunity to directly impact our business and create positive change.

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.

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.

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
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Mentorship and Career Growth
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- 6 years of data center design construction operations or facility maintenance experience
- 6 years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers power generation or oil and gas facilities experience
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field
- Experience in data center design construction operations or facility maintenance
- Experience researching new designs technologies and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
- Experience applying local codes National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards International Code Council (ICC) requirements and other fire protection industry standards procedures and methodologies
- Licensed Fire Protection Engineer

- Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region
- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration development and into deployment or mass production
- Experience reading interpreting and creating construction drawings specifications and submittal documents

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 Austin - 136600.00 - 184800.00 USD annually
USA VA Herndon - 136600.00 - 184800.00 USD annually
USA WA Seattle - 136600.00 - 184800.00 USD annually