Amazon - Ashburn, VA
posted about 2 months ago
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. In this position, you will leverage your hands-on electrical design experience to create resilient electrical distribution systems that support our data centers. You will take designs from concept through to the permit and construction document set, defining critical equipment specifications and approving equipment submittals. Your role will involve direct support for construction, from site selection review through to commissioning and turnover, ensuring that all designs meet or exceed quality and budgetary requirements. Engineers at Amazon are expected to communicate technical decisions effectively to senior management and drive continuous improvements in our designs. You will work on multi-million dollar projects, tackling complex problems and providing innovative solutions that enhance our operational efficiency. The work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, offering opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning. Teamwork is essential, as you will collaborate with internal and external groups, including utilities, manufacturers, and contractors, to achieve our goals. This position is based out of Herndon, VA, Austin, TX, Seattle, WA, or Columbus, OH, with travel to data centers across the AMER region required, potentially up to 20% of your time. International travel may also be necessary, involving collaboration with global teams and the development of design document packages.