AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all
AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. 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.
AWS is seeking a Power Generation Engineer and Subject-Matter-Expert to become part of a
AMER’s Amazon Commissioning (ACx) team, responsible for the commissioning and continuous innovation of the Medium Voltage and High Voltage infrastructure associated with our rapidly expanding data center footprint. Successful candidates shall be willing to travel and will be based in one of our three regional hubs – IAD, CMH, or SEA/PDX.
The responsibilities of this technical leader include, but are not limited to, oversight and coordination of multi-discipline division of work related to pre-commissioning and commissioning of Amazon critical infrastructure construction and special projects. They will be responsible for managing and supporting external suppliers, providing multi-discipline input into the scheduling, design and planning of projects to contractors and other internal stakeholder teams involved. Systems include low-, medium- and high-voltage power systems, Generators, UPS, HVAC, EPMS and
AWS proprietary systems. The candidate may also be required to commission temporary power plants that bridge utility or increase utility capacity. These power plants may be grid forming (Island mode) or grid following (anti-Island mode). Previous power generation experience that includes paralleling applications and parallel network redundancy is desirable.
In addition, this leader will review all multi-discipline commissioning documents to ensure they are compliant with the basis of design (BOD), specifications and standards of the project. This leader will oversee multiple concurrent projects to meet delivery schedule while maintaining compliance to health and safety, policies, standards and finances in all projects. This leader also audits commissioning activities to ensure compliance with environmental, quality, safety and commissioning requirements, reporting to the
AMER Global Lead on commissioning progress and metrics for assigned projects.
Key job responsibilities
-Walk job sites in uneven terrain
-Work at heights and from ladders
-Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
-Lift and/or move up to 49 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more
-Carry objects weighing up to 49 pounds for short distances
-Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration with potential for night and weekends
-Perform physical tasks throughout the day without becoming overly tired
-Ability to manipulate small wires and objects easily
-Work in a noisy environment
-Work in environments that are colder or hotter than a normal office environment
-Troubleshooting including the use of handheld equipment
-Respond to off-hour emergency calls
-Required to provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office.
About the team
Amazon Web Services (
AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Here at
AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
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- 6+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
- Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities
- Experience in data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance
- • 5+ years of engineering, installation, or startup/commissioning of HV/MV Substation electrical systems, Large/Medium and Small Frame Turbines and Aero-derivative units
- • High technical competency in electrical systems and understanding the design concept and intent by reviewing electrical design documentation, including drawings, specifications, pre-functional checklist, startup and functional test scripts, maintainability, construct-ability and commission-ability. vendor submittals and sequences of operations and provide feedback on the same in accordance with Amazon standards for basis of design • Protection and coordination (ie. bus protection, transformer protection, generator protections, and Load shedding) • Knowledge of CEM (Continuous Emission Monitoring) [ie. ammonia dosing, relevant by product chemicals] • Develop and review MV/HV/EHV per-functional checklists, start-up and functional test scripts for switchgear (AIS/GIS), relays, DC Systems, Power
Transformers, Instrumentation
Transformers, and Grounding Systems. • Vendor Management and coordinate with commissioning authority to work in accordance with Amazon practice and documentation
- Professional Engineering or Architectural License
- Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region
- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
- Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit
https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, OH, COLUMBUS - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00
USD annually
USA, OR, Umatilla - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00
USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00
USD annually