Controls Design Engineer, Data Center Engineering

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Description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. 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 we're looking for talented people who want to help.

You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll 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 you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

If you are passionate about the Customer Experience, think and act with a global perspective and have the ability to contribute to sophisticated innovations in building controls and automation initiatives, this is the challenge you are looking for

• Are controls subject matter experts (SMEs) with knowledge of building operations, electrical generation and distribution equipment (generators, UPS, etc.), mechanical plant and strategies (AHUs, chillers, etc.), BMS/EPMS programming concepts, control diagrams, industrial HVAC, electrical line-ups, one-line diagrams, and complex environmental and electrical concepts.
• Create, maintain, and disseminate project-specific scope of work (SOW) documents, specifications, and engineering drawings, as well as global design standards.
• Operate in high-security critical environments while maximizing productivity.
• Innovate to develop new solutions supporting team and company goals.
• Interpret and develop mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings.
• Serve as a technical SME for mechanical and electrical controls standards, coordinating with internal and external groups.
• Manage requests for information on new construction, existing site support, and legacy site projects.
• Ensure systems are deployed and commissioned per documented standards.
• Strive for frugality through budgetary review and approval, with a strong customer focus.
• Anticipate roadblocks and risks, providing escalation management.
• Work autonomously to resolve challenges quickly.
• Manage external consultants' performance to ensure quality delivery.
• Review vendor bid packages and make recommendations.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Interact with AWS cloud services and applications to analyze data.
• Travel domestically and internationally (~25%) to manage projects.

As part of the EMEA controls design team, you will lead electrical and mechanical controls design for critical infrastructure projects, including HV substations and data centers. You will develop new processes, standards, and test innovations in controls, utilizing Amazon leadership principles.

We value diverse experiences and encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all preferred qualifications. Our inclusive culture promotes innovation through bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices. We support career growth, mentorship, and work-life balance, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

• Good understanding of electrical diagrams, control diagrams, building operations, control circuits, industrial HVAC.
• Leadership experience in IT technology and MEP/ACS design environments.
• Experience managing large-scale enterprise data center projects.
• Fundamental understanding of Data Center IT Infrastructure.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent professional experience.

• B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Experience with building management systems (Schneider, Siemens, Tridium, Trend).
• Experience with electrical power monitoring systems (Schneider, Eaton).
• Knowledge of Data Center Facilities Infrastructure (PDU, UPS, Generators).
• Proficiency in SQL, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.

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