Amazon - Greenway, VA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Senior
Greenway, VA
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About the position

Amazon Web Services Infrastructure Services is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our global engineering team. This role is pivotal in the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure, ensuring that our cloud services remain operational and efficient. As part of this team, you will be responsible for the electrical design of data centers, collaborating with a diverse group of engineers, supply chain specialists, and operations managers to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions that meet our customers' needs. You will engage in hands-on electrical design, focusing on the critical equipment necessary for data center operations, and will be involved in the entire process from concept through to construction documentation and commissioning. In this position, you will define critical equipment specifications, approve equipment submittals, and support construction efforts. Your role will require you to work closely with local agencies to ensure compliance with all relevant codes and regulations. You will also be responsible for creating designs that not only meet our quality standards but also adhere to budgetary constraints. As an engineer at Amazon, you will have the opportunity to drive change and influence the design of systems that are essential to our customers' operations. The work environment at Amazon is fast-paced and dynamic, offering numerous opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning. You will be part of a team that values collaboration and creativity, where your ideas are encouraged and supported. The role requires travel to various data center sites across the AMER region, with domestic travel expected to be up to 20% of your time, and some international travel may also be necessary. This position is based out of Herndon, VA, Austin, TX, Seattle, WA, or Columbus, OH, and you will be working on multi-million dollar designs that support a wide array of businesses and customers.

Responsibilities

  • Design electrical systems for data centers and collaborate with other disciplines to create a comprehensive construction document set.
  • Create designs that meet or exceed quality requirements while adhering to budgetary constraints.
  • Work with local agencies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and municipal requirements and building codes.
  • Review and approve equipment submittals to ensure they meet project specifications.
  • Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests during construction phases.
  • Collaborate with commissioning teams to test and validate the installation, operation, and performance of electrical systems.
  • Manage multiple concurrent projects across different geographical regions.
  • Travel to sites for reviews and work with onsite field engineers, providing engineering evaluations and electrical systems audits as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or 12+ years of relevant electrical experience.
  • 7+ years of experience with industrial or commercial electrical design.
  • 9+ years of experience developing design documentation (plans, specifications, etc.) for construction and/or permitting.

Nice-to-haves

  • Professional Engineering License and knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, IBC, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA.
  • Ability to research new designs, technologies, and construction methods for data center equipment and facilities.
  • Creative problem-solving skills to find innovative solutions that reduce costs without impacting quality, reliability, or maintainability.
  • Detailed understanding of uninterruptible power sources, diesel generators, electrical switchgear, power distribution units, variable frequency drives, and automatic/static transfer switches.
  • Experience with fast track design/build projects, significant upgrade projects, and large-scale technical operations or compute farms.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules to promote work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
  • Employee discounts on Amazon products and services.
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