Application deadline: Jun 15, 2026

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Principal Level Commissioning Engineer to support the development and implementation of all aspects of the Commissioning Program for leased/owned data centers. This role, with an expert-level focus on the mechanical discipline of Commissioning, will serve as the primary liaison between Senior Engineers, Principal Engineers, Senior Managers, Directors, and VPs across the AWS team and external Commissioning Vendors.

As a leader in the Data Center Capacity Delivery (DCCD) organization, you will research, develop, and ensure meticulous and timely delivery of our Data Centers. Principal Commissioning Engineers are hands-on, producing both detailed technical work and high-level program designs and process frameworks. You will aid in establishing testing methodologies, drive standardization, and increase quality across all AWS building sites.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in commissioning, program development and sustainment, and cross-functional collaboration. They must have a proven record of leading technical system and commissioning programs on large-scale critical infrastructure deployments, including Quality Control (QC), Startup, Functional Performance Testing (FPT), Integrated System Testing (IST), and cost- and schedule-mitigating measures. This position requires excellence in a fast-paced environment and the ability to manage concurrent responsibilities while supporting parallel initiatives across multiple regions in North America and LATAM. They will support typical and atypical technical escalations across multiple build regions, partnering with internal infrastructure SMEs and teams to address scalable solutions across the Commissioning team.

Key job responsibilities

* Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for electrical systems and the commissioning program for AWS leased/owned data centers

* Lead and support AWS pre-construction and construction management teams for new data center design and process improvement

* Lead and support AWS product teams and Principal Engineering for new data center design, new products, and product enhancements

* Lead and support reviews of design specifications, testing requirements, and test procedures and standards for adherence to commissioning specifications

* Lead and support workshops that drive alignment on key issues, construction practices, data center designs, and initiatives with the focus of increasing the effectiveness of construction and commissioning while enhancing customer experience and operational excellence

* Assist in Development and delivery of technical training programs for commissioning teams, to ensure consistency in procedures and knowledge transfer

* Conduct regular quality assurance audits of commissioning processes, documentation, and field execution to maintain high standards and identify areas for improvement

* Lead Correction of Errors (COE) investigations, root cause analysis (RCA), and implementation of preventive measures to enhance system reliability and operational efficiency

* Participate in technical interviews for commissioning team members and contractors, ensuring the selection of qualified personnel aligned with AWS standards

Additional Job Requirements
• Ability and willingness to travel domestic and internationally for up to 50% of the year.
• Required to provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office; reimbursed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 6+ years of data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience

- 6+ 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

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field

- Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment

- Experience in data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance

- 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

- 5+ years of engineering, installation, or startup/commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems experience

- Experience leading engineering discussions around technology decisions and strategy related to a product

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, or relevant discipline work experience

- 7+ years' experience directly related to the commissioning/startup of data centers/critical infrastructure or large-scale, utility systems, mechanical and electrical plant and experience with large infrastructure project execution.

- Knowledge of industry standards/best practices related to Commissioning.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Professional Engineering or Architectural License

- Knowledge of 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

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including 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, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CO, Denver - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, OH, COLUMBUS - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Dallas - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Herndon - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually