BIM Designer - MEP, DC Design Engineering

Amazon • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

AWS Infrastructure Services is responsible for the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure, ensuring customers have continual access to innovation. This role is part of a diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers who collaborate to maintain the highest standards of safety and security while providing infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost. The team fosters an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers employees to see them through to completion. The BIM Designer will be part of a creative and efficient MEP BIM team, tasked with designing complex projects with innovative solutions for Amazon-owned Data Center facilities. This role will support the Central Engineering Team by preparing Electrical, Telecom, and Security BIM models, construction documents, and leveraging BIM data. The position influences Data Center design documents for various systems including one-lines, switchgear, UPS, panelboards, transformers, power, lighting, lighting control systems, grounding, fire alarm systems, short circuit and arc flash analysis, and cable pathways for Ethernet and Fiber systems. The role also involves producing, maintaining, and publishing permit Electrical Engineering drawing sets for the fleet of Data Centers. Amazon's Data Centers are industry leaders in space utilization, energy efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, known for speed to market and reliability. The US team is responsible for the design and operation of critical Data Center facilities throughout North & South America. The Design Team is at the forefront of creating and delivering innovative products and is known for being a diverse and upbeat team that is changing the face of Cloud Computing. The team is growing and seeks individuals who can support speed to market, enjoy challenges, and desire professional growth and continuous learning. Amazon's work environment is unique and offers an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate, with strong support for continued learning and employee development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment
• Experience with the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of mission critical facilities, especially data centers
• 3+ years of design/engineering of producing construction drawings for mission critical facilities.
• 2+ years consistent Revit and AutoCAD experience
• Knowledge of BIM standards (ISO 19650, BIM Execution Plans, Level of Development/LOD)
• Experience managing and integrating federated models and clash detection

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region
• Knowledge of commercial or industrial power systems or mechanical systems
• Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production

Responsibilities

• Designing the electrical, Telecom, and Security systems of Data Centers, and utilizing Revit to create and maintain BIM models.
• Working with support and guidance within a team environment to accomplish assigned tasks, including collaboration with internal groups and external suppliers and consultants.
• Supporting the preparation and development of detailed Revit models of Electrical, Telecom, and Security building systems.
• Developing and publishing construction documentation for Electrical/Telecom and Security building systems designs in a fast-paced environment to meet scheduled deliverables.
• Assisting with creating and maintaining BIM templates and enforcing BIM standards.
• Leading clash detection and cross-discipline model coordination.
• Working on concurrent projects in multiple geographical locations.
• Assisting the project team with information exchange processes between internal and external customers.
• Recording and reporting of key metrics to management.
• Offering creative, out-of-the-box solutions.
• Collaborating across disciplines and teams to refine data center designs.
• Creating detailed models, drawings, specifications, and prototypes.
• Updating managers and leaders of changes to the building design.
• Engaging in design discussions, reviewing feedback from peers and collaborators, and adjusting designs to ensure data center solutions meet the highest standards of efficiency and quality.

Benefits

• 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
• Parental leave
• Sign-on payments
• Restricted stock units (RSUs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level