Mechanical BIM Designer , Design Services

Amazon • Herndon, VA

4d

About The Position

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.

You will be a part of highly creative and efficient MEP BIM team, tasked with designing challenging and complex projects with innovative solutions for Amazon owned Data Center facilities. You will provide support to their Central Engineering Team through the preparation of Mechanical & Plumbing BIM models, construction documents and leveraging BIM data. You will influence Data Center design documents for: Air Handling Units, Cooling Towers, Chillers, Control Systems, Fire Detection/Suppression systems, Piping and Plumbing systems. You will produce, maintain and publish permit Mechanical Engineering drawing sets for our fleet of Data Centers.

Amazon’s Data Centers are industry leading examples of innovation in the areas of space utilization, energy efficiency, and cost effectiveness. We are known for our speed to market and reliability. We are part of the US team responsible for the design and operation of critical industry leading Data Center facilities throughout North & South America. Our Design Team is on the forefront of creating and delivering the most innovative products to our customers; and are known for being a diverse and upbeat team that is changing the face of Cloud Computing. We continue to grow and are looking for individuals that can support our speed to market, enjoy a challenge, and have a desire for professional growth and continuous learning. Amazon’s work environment is unique in every aspect and offers an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate. At Amazon we do highly support continued learning opportunities and focus on continued employee development.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• 4+ years’ experience using Revit for producing Mechanical & Plumbing engineering BIM models and construction drawings.
• 5+ years of design/engineering experience of Mechanical & Plumbing building systems for mission critical facilities.
• Practical knowledge and understanding of Mechanical & Plumbing codes (IPC, or UPC) and safety regulations

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Experience directly related to the design or construction of data centers
• Experience and knowledge applying Lean principles to design modeling and drawing production.
• Experience with developing Revit Family content.

Responsibilities

• Be self-motivated and work within the MEP group as well as within other teams.
• Preparing and developing detailed Revit models of Mechanical & Plumbing building systems.
• Developing & publishing construction documentation for Mechanical & Plumbing building systems designs in a fast-paced environment to meet scheduled deliverables.
• Updating and modifying existing models and construction documents as required.
• Assist with creating and maintaining standard regional BIM templates.
• Participate in design coordination meetings with other trades for clash detection and resolution.
• Work on concurrent projects in multiple geographical locations.
• Assist the project team with information exchange processes between internal and external customers.
• Provide coordination support for information requests during construction phases.
• Recording and reporting of key metrics to management.
• Travel to Data Center sites for Engineering evaluations and surveys as required. On Average once or twice a year.
• Be positive and always offer creative, out of the box solutions.
• Have fun and work hard!

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

What This Job Offers

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