Design Project Engineer

Overview
Job ID: 3026875 | Amazon Data Services Ireland Limited
As an Amazon Project Design Mechanical Engineer, you will lead design projects in operational data centers that remediate issues, upgrade existing infrastructure, or add new services.
You will be the 'go to' engineering resource for these projects and will provide lifecycle support from design through implementation.
You will use your mechanical expertise to own design for data center upgrades and design solutions that add infrastructure, capacity, improve availability, and/or increase sustainability.
You will perform design and equipment submittal review for data centers in your region, interface with internal and external design and engineering teams, and support multiple concurrent projects across regions.
Amazon's vision is to be the world's most customer-centric company, and this role is key to that vision.
As a Fleet Remediation Project Design Mechanical Engineer, you will lead projects to fit out our data centers to meet evolving customer needs as we continue expanding our fleet to hyper-scale.
Responsibilities
Own the design for existing data center upgrades and design solutions which add data center infrastructure, capacity, improve availability, and/or increase sustainability.
Perform design and equipment submittal review for Data Centers in your region.
Interface with internal and external data center design engineering team, server hardware team, environmental health and safety team, field engineering, and controls engineering to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in services delivered.
Work on concurrent projects, sometimes in multiple geographical regions.
Act as technical subject matter expert for your given discipline during new remediation projects.
Support construction, commissioning, operations, and turnover.
Amazon's AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure.
You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles to deliver high standards for safety and security while providing scalable capacity at a competitive cost.
Day-to-day and Travel
A day in the life: You will interact with different teams responsible for various aspects of the data centers, mentor and oversee the work of junior engineers, and have the opportunity to work on projects locally and globally, with up to 25% travel.
About the Team
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure.
We keep the cloud running and support data centers, servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment.
We work on challenging problems with many variables impacting the supply chain.
You'll join a diverse team and collaborate across AWS to deliver safety, security, and scalable capacity for customers.
AWS emphasizes an inclusive culture that values bold ideas and ownership.
Diversity and Inclusion
AWS values diverse experiences.
Even if you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
Diverse paths and experiences are welcomed.
Why AWS?
AWS is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform.
We pioneered cloud computing and continue to innovate to power customer businesses.
Culture and Growth
Mentorship and career growth, work-life balance, and an inclusive team culture are emphasized.
We strive for flexibility and ongoing learning opportunities to grow as professionals.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 3+ cumulative years of design experience with industrial or commercial engineering in Mission Critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation, oil/gas facilities.
(Experienced Engineer)
Preferred Qualifications
- Organized with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage budgets.
- Leadership and problem-solving skills; direct experience with design, construction, operation, or maintenance of mission-critical facilities, especially data centers.
- Experience as resident design engineer or hands-on (in the field) design consultant.
- Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region.
- Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents.
- Ability to carry design concepts through exploration, development, and deployment.
- Excellent communication and writing skills, attention to detail, and high quality standards.
- Basic understanding of both mechanical and electrical equipment/design related to data center electrical and mechanical topology.
- EPMS/SCADA/BMS Controls system experience (software and/or hardware).
Equality and Accommodations
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