Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Engineering

Amazon • Austin, TX

2d • $116,800 - $160,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking Mechanical Engineers to join a global engineering team responsible for the implementation and technical evaluation of designs and the continuous innovation of its rapidly expanding data center footprint. Engineers at Amazon design resilient, cost-effective mechanical systems, are responsible for achieving world-class uptime for customers, and justify and communicate technical decisions to senior management. They drive continuous advancements and improvements in designs, and define and design the systems customers rely on. This role requires hands-on mechanical design and field experience, the ability to design and operate mechanical (cooling) systems, an understanding of critical equipment needs for a data center, and knowledge of the constructability of varying designs. Teamwork is essential, requiring collaboration with internal and external groups, including utilities, manufacturers, vendors, and contractors. Engineers in this role will work with Principals and Mechanical Engineers to drive standardization of designs across global regions in production data centers and resolve open technical issues. They will participate in research and development of new technologies and designs, serve as subject matter experts, and write technical documentation. Tasks include conceiving, initiating, and leading projects with widespread impact on infrastructure design, innovation, and implementation by breaking down complex problems into actionable solutions. Collaboration with internal teams to understand user requirements and challenges, and with teams from other disciplines, cultures, and countries is expected. Escalating issues as required and communicating clearly and effectively at the appropriate level of detail is also part of the role. The position involves reviewing and approving critical equipment submittals, including vendor Witness Tests, providing technical support on global Large Scale Events (LSE’s), and participating in deep dives, investigations, and recommendations on mitigation plans. Maintaining and hosting technical mechanical forums to foster a collaborative environment for data center mechanical systems development, and providing support and mentorship for the Data Center Engineering community are also key responsibilities. The role encourages having fun and offering creative, out-of-the-box solutions.

Requirements

• 4+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities
• Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM 360, etc.)
• 6+ years of design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer License
• Experience with building codes and regulations for your region
• Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
• Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents

Responsibilities

• Design and implement energy-efficient mechanical systems for data centers
• Partner with teams to develop innovative cooling solutions and sustainability initiatives
• Create comprehensive documentation for mechanical designs and operational procedures
• Support continuous improvement through data analysis and system optimization
• Guide project teams through planning, execution, and commissioning phases
• Conceive, initiate, and lead projects with widespread impact on infrastructure design, innovation, and implementation
• Decompose complex problems into straightforward and actionable solutions
• Collaborate with teams or individuals from other disciplines, cultures, and countries
• Communicate clearly and effectively at the appropriate level of detail with people from a wide range of technical abilities and backgrounds
• Produce clear and concise documentation such as detailed design specifications, white papers, wiring schematics and diagrams, and reports
• Understand and safeguard implementation of the Global Mechanical Basis of Design (BoD) with constant auditing
• Drive standardization in the data center mechanical designs
• Develop strategic solutions that meet or exceed quality requirements and fall within budgetary requirements
• Capture requirements and turn aspirational company or customer goals into well-defined, achievable, and testable specifications and solutions
• Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests prior to, and during innovation and research and development projects
• Work with regional vendors and manufacturers to specify the appropriate mechanical equipment
• Review and approval of critical equipment submittals including vendor Witness Tests
• Provide technical support on global Large Scale Events (LSE’s), including participation on deep dives, investigations and recommendations on mitigation plans
• Maintain and host technical mechanical forums to provide a collaborative environment for development of data center mechanical systems
• Provide support and mentorship for the whole of the Data Center Engineering community
• Offer creative out-of-the-box solutions

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