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Amazon.com, Inc.
Data Center Project Engineer, Data Center Construction
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What they do
A Data Center Technician or Engineer organizes data access, maintenance and access support to a data center. Maybe help to store and organize data, such as an organization's records or financial information. Ensures that users can easily access the information they need and that data are protected from unauthorized access.
$82,871 / year median in Virginia
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Description As a Data Center Project Engineer, you will be a part of a creative, diverse team tasked with solving fascinating problems 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 the 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, report, and schedule updates. At Amazon, we are all Owners and leverage unique opportunities presented to us by owning everything from the design review to construction bidding to construction execution and final hand-off to our customers. We are a diverse, upbeat, creative, team of engineers and managers working on a daily basis to develop innovative data centers for our Customers. This position requires that the candidate selected be a US citizen. Key job responsibilities The Data Center Project Engineer will be responsible for:
- Establishing communication and coordination across a data center region's general contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams. Example includes sending out region wide changes to construction trailer setup, site access procedures, or location to access documents.
- Maintain a tracking system for design changes, RFI's (requests for information), and change orders and dashboard and track this information for regional leadership review. Include tracking status of priority and due dates.
- Requesting and reviewing MOPs (Method of Procedure) for proper detail, necessity, and risk.
- On-boarding new vendors for badging and orientation.
- Updating project management software with milestone dates, correspondence, and documents.
- Monitor delivery of owner furnished material to site.
- Compiling and storing construction data from vendors.
- Managing checklist including various checklists including substantial completion checks, safety, and quality.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- 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 Preferred Qualifications
- 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 Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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