Controls Engineer jobs in United States, Virginia, Manassas

Key job responsibilities
In this role, you'll lead a team of talented engineers fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. You'll be expected to leverage your deep technical expertise, coupled with a strong understanding of subscription business models, to develop and implement sophisticated retention strategies.As a senior leader in the organization, you'll also play a key role in shaping our overall technical direction, mentoring the next generation of engineering talent, and representing our technical capabilities to executive leadership and external partners.

- 3+ years of engineering team management experience
- 7+ years of working directly within engineering teams experience
- 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- 8+ years of leading the definition and development of multi tier web services experience
- Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations
- Experience partnering with product or program management teams

- Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy
- Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring/coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to design, develop, and deploy innovative solutions to address operational challenges. This role requires both independent contribution as well as the ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams. The scope of projects will include but is not limited to the improvement of electrical, mechanical, fire detection, and building automation systems. A fundamental understanding of these systems is required, as the individual will be expected to identify areas for improvement as well as act on data provided from other teams and organizations.
As the Nondestructive Testing Engineer, you are expected to oversee medium sized projects from conception to completion. These will involve large amounts of independent work as well as collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. In the Nondestructive Testing Engineer role, you are expected to delight the customer by building trust and delivering on key milestones. Above all else, you will drive a culture of safety and security while maintaining a focus on availability.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 completionKey job responsibilities
- Safety Ambassador responsible for driving a culture of safety and promoting a safe working environment for all.
- Remain cognizant of, and act in compliance with, all security protocols while motivating others to do the same.
- Utilize internal CMMS to schedule and oversee the day-to-day execution of Nondestructive Testing preventative maintenance across all regional data centers.
- Act as an escalation point for all safety, security and facilities-related issues as it relates to your assigned work, escalating to your manager as required.
- Deploy and support all existing and new standard practices for Nondestructive Testing.
- Communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audience.
- Interact with engineers, technicians, project managers and management daily.
- Work with engineers to develop detailed and creative solutions to complex problems, while keeping a watchful eye on timelines and costs.
- Oversee projects and provide solutions for root causes of facility issues.
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’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.

- 1+ years of data center or mission critical facilities (example: hospital, military facility, public safety facility, etc.) experience
- 1+ years of electrical or mechanical experience
- Associate degree or Technical (Military/ Trade School) Certification in related field

- Understanding of basic physical concepts, to include: optics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and material science
- 1-2 years of relevant work experience in any Non-Destructive Testing Discipline
- Hold a ASNT level II in a Non-Destructive Testing Discipline
- Ability to recognize safety concerns and maintain a safe work environment in accordance with NFPA 70e guidelines
- Strong project management skills, verbal and written communication skills, vendor relationship management skills

Key job responsibilities
- Act as the primary escalation point for all facilities-related issues. Oversee operation and management of routine and emergency services on a variety of critical systems such as: switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, building monitoring systems, etc.
- Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures, and troubleshooting of facility within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA).
- May assist in the build out of new facilities and assist in projects to increase current facility efficiency
- Working outside of normal business hours for routine maintenance as required, including responding to out-of-hours emergency calls.
- Communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audience.
- Establish building performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and other basic administrative tools to perform day to day tasksPhysical Requirements:- Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently
- Participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds
- Maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder
- Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull objects into position
- Work in an environment requiring provided ear protection
A day in the lifeYou’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.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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.
Mentorship & Career Growth
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.Work/Life BalanceYou’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.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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.
Mentorship & Career Growth
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.Work/Life Balance

- Technical (Military/Trade School) training or degree in a relevant field (for example: electrical, mechanical).
- 3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.
- 3+ years of data center or mission critical facilities (example: hospital, military facility, public safety facility, etc.) experience.

- 4+ years of Data Center Engineering Experience.
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree.
- Experience leading a team.

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.The role requires a motivated, self-managed individual who demonstrates initiative and proactively seeks solutions to problems while striving for operational excellence. The work follows a process-oriented approach: the individual needs a strong willingness to learn new processes and adapt to rapidly changing operational scenarios with conflicting priorities.Key job responsibilities
- Engineering & Facility Operations and Maintenance - Operational experience and familiarity with electrical and mechanical equipment, including Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS’s), Switchgear, Circuit Breakers, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS's), Diesel Generators, Chillers, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC), Exhaust Fans, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's), and Transformers
- Troubleshoot events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA’s)
- Take daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment through routine rounds/log-taking (temperatures, voltages, currents, etc.)
- Supervise contractors who perform servicing or preventive maintenance
- Manual handling and lifting of equipment may be required
- Ability to work shifts (morning, late and night)
- On-call rotation reaction to off-duty emergency calls
Diverse ExperiencesAWS 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.Mentorship & Career Growth
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.Work/Life Balance

- City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Knowledge of mechanical systems (Mechanical, HVAC systems, Controls), or knowledge of key electrical competencies and theory

- 2+ years of data center engineering operations experience
- Bachelors degree in electrical, mechanical or equivalent engineering

Key job responsibilities
- Act as the primary escalation point for all facilities-related issues. Oversee operation and management of routine and emergency services on a variety of critical systems such as: switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, building monitoring systems, etc.
- Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures, and troubleshooting of facility within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA).
- May assist in the build out of new facilities and assist in projects to increase current facility efficiency
- Working outside of normal business hours for routine maintenance as required, including responding to out-of-hours emergency calls.
- Communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audience.
- Establish building performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and other basic administrative tools to perform day to day tasksPhysical Requirements:- Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently
- Participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds
- Maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder
- Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull objects into position
- Work in an environment requiring provided ear protection
A day in the life
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.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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.
Mentorship & Career Growth
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.Work/Life Balance

- Technical (Military/Trade School) training or degree in a relevant field (for example: electrical, mechanical).
- 3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.
- 3+ years of data center or mission critical facilities (example: hospital, military facility, public safety facility, etc.) experience.

- 4+ years of Data Center Engineering Experience.
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree.
- Experience leading a team.