Amazon Project Engineer AWS 

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte 

794373652

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.As a Data Center Project Engineer, you will be part of a creative, diverse team tasked with solving fascinating problems in constructing Amazon Data Centers. Our data centers are industry examples of energy-efficient, cost-effective designs. You will work alongside partner teams such as Operations, Networking, Controls, Security, and Commissioning to build Data Centers that directly support our customers.As our Data Center Project Engineer, you will support the teams that build some of the most interesting electrical and mechanical systems in the world. You will be on the construction site daily, interacting with construction managers and stakeholders, and be directly responsible for supporting the fast, high-quality delivery of our data center construction. The Data Center Project Engineer will be part of the onsite Construction Management team and will own the communication coordination with our vendors, information workflow, and coordination of document management, including requests for information (RFI), change orders, reports, and schedule updates.Key job responsibilities
The Data Center Project Engineer will be responsible for:• Leading cross-functional communication and coordination between regional general contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams, ensuring seamless information flow for construction protocols, documentation access, and standardized procedures• Developing and maintaining comprehensive tracking systems for design modifications, RFIs, and change orders, creating detailed dashboards with priority levels and deadlines for regional leadership review• Evaluating Method of Procedure (MOP) submissions for thoroughness, necessity, and risk assessment• Managing vendor onboarding processes, including security credentialing and orientation programs• Maintaining current project management software with critical milestone updates, correspondence records, and document control• Coordinating and monitoring owner-furnished material deliveries to ensure timely arrival at construction sites• Establishing and managing a centralized repository for contractor-supplied construction data• Overseeing quality assurance programs through implementation of various checklists, including substantial completion verification, safety protocols, and quality control measuresA day in the life
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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.

-Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, OR 7+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree-4+ years of relevant experience constructing and managing complex MEP systems, including large-scale power distribution/generation gear and cooling systems in mission-critical environments-4+ years of relevant experience managing general contractors and vendors, including RFP processes, bidding, change orders, quality control, and RFI/submittal tracking in construction project execution

-Strong understanding of data center system-level architecture, including electrical (e.g., switch gear, UPS, transformers) and mechanical (cooling systems) engineering principles-Experience in designing and managing construction of complex data centers, critical infrastructure, or large-scale MEP plants-Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction specifications and drawings for all disciplines, and ability to create and maintain project documentation-Knowledge of relevant building codes and regulations (e.g., Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, OSHA) and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE), LEED, or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)-Demonstrated ability to value engineer, finding innovative solutions to reduce costs and duration without compromising quality and reliability