AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We are responsible for the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continuous access to the innovation they rely on. As a Colo Regional Engineer, you will drive Mechanical/Electrical Engineering services, construction, and implementation of enterprise data centers, ensuring they meet quality and performance levels across the globe.
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In this role, you will lead projects to fit out data centers, working directly with Design Engineering Stakeholders, Construction, Operations, and Commissioning teams. You will assist in site selection, planning, and development while evaluating mechanical/electrical systems and making data-driven decisions. This position will require visits to customer locations and other non-Corporate Amazon sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with colo vendors to review new Data Centers' design, ensuring it meets AWS expectations.
- Act as resident engineer during construction projects, supporting commissioning and handover.
- Troubleshoot issues, conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and create Corrective Action (CA) documentation for site equipment failures.
- Provide technical support for existing data center upgrades that improve availability and increase efficiency.
- Interface with various teams to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in services delivered by operating partners.
- Conduct engineering site audits within leased or colo data centers, producing reports outlining risks and recommended mitigations.
Work Conditions
This role will be assigned to an Amazon building or Data Center but will require flexibility to work from customer locations as needed. You will prioritize activities that support data center capacity availability and safety, focusing on impactful actions.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 6+ years of experience in industrial or commercial engineering in Mission Critical facilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in data center design with in-depth understanding of related critical equipment.
- Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment/design related to data centers.
- Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region.
- Direct experience with the design, construction, or maintenance of mission-critical facilities.
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