Amazon

Commissioning Engineer, AMER-West ACx

Amazon$116K — $160K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of engineering or commissioning experience in electrical and mechanical systems
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience
  • High competency in mechanical, electrical, or control systems for critical infrastructure
  • Ability to review and provide feedback on technical design documentation
  • Experience developing and reviewing commissioning documentation like test plans and reports

Responsibilities

  • Oversee testing and validation of AWS data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure
  • Conduct Factory Witness Testing (FWT) and manage third-party commissioning vendors
  • Review design documents and perform system-level testing during commissioning
  • Audit activities for compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards
  • Communicate lessons learned and collaborate on program improvements

Benefits

  • Flexible working culture promoting work-life harmony
  • Opportunities for mentorship and knowledge sharing
  • Inclusive environment encouraging diverse experiences
  • Comprehensive employee support and accommodations
  • Continuous learning and career development resources
Full Job Description
Are you experienced in Critical Infrastructure Commissioning and looking for a fast paced environment to work in? As a Data Center Commissioning Engineer (CxE), you will be part of highly creative, efficient team tasked with tackling fascinating and challenging problems building and supporting the operations of Amazon owned data centers. The Amazon Commissioning team (ACx) understands, evaluates, defines and manages the expectations of construction quality in accordance to engineering designs to meet the customer requirements. The CxE is responsible for supporting vendors, contractors, and other teams involved in the construction and commissioning of various systems such as: -Medium and low voltage power systems -Generators -UPS -HVAC (Air Handlers / Exhaust Fans / VFD) -Chilled Water Systems -Building Management systems (BMS) -Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) -Testing and balancing -Pumps and Hydronic systems Physical Requirements Walk job sites in uneven terrain Work at heights and from ladders Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Lift and/or move up to 49 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more Carry objects weighing up to 49 pounds for short distances Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration with potential for night and weekends Perform physical tasks throughout the day without becoming overly tired Ability to manipulate small wires and objects easily Work in a noisy environment Work in environments that are colder or hotter than a normal office environment Additional Job Requirements • Ability and willingness to travel domestic and internationally for up to 25% of the year. • Required to provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office; reimbursed. • US Citizenship required Key job responsibilities The Commissioning Engineer (CxE) provides testing and validation oversight of AWS data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure. CxEs review design documents, lead Factory Witness Testing (FWT), and manage third-party commissioning vendors in the performance of onsite pre-functional, functional, and integrated systems testing. They take Ownership of their projects' successes by Diving Deep to resolve technical issues and having Bias for Action to address everchanging schedule and coordination demands onsite. Additionally, CxEs communicate lessons learned and continuously collaborate on program improvements. The CxE shall provide multi-discipline input into the scheduling, test script development, designing, and planning of projects. In addition, the CxE will be required to review component submittal packages, lead Factory Witness Testing (FWT), perform system level and integrated system testing. During commissioning the CxE will continuously audit activities to ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety requirements. Additionally, the individual will be responsible for comprehensive weekly reporting of status of all ongoing projects and lessons learned to continually improve the quality of our program. This position will include coverage of multiple inflight projects and tight timelines. A day in the life On a typical project, the CxE works across AWS engineering, capacity delivery, operations, and contractor teams to coordinate site activities, prioritize tasks, and ensure each issue has clear path to resolution. The CxE manages the project commissioning vendor whose primary scope is to identify issues, determine criticality, propose solutions, and document their findings. If project turnover is at risk, the CxE escalates to the appropriate stakeholders. Upon project completion, the CxE will communicate lessons learned to help peers on similar projects in flight and participate in initiatives that drive improvement to the commissioning program. #DCCD_AMER BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of engineering, installation, or startup/commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems experience - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or 5 years of relevant discipline work experience - High technical competency in either mechanical or electrical or control systems utilized in critical infrastructures, with the capability to learn and be trained in the others. - Understand the design concept and intent by reviewing mechanical or electrical design documentation, including drawings, specifications, vendor submittals and sequences of operations and provide feedback on the same in accordance with Amazon standards for basis of design. - Develop but majorly review commissioning documentation such as test plans, scripts and reports developed by vendors to ensure accuracy in accordance with the design requirements. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Advanced knowledge Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook required; advanced knowledge of SharePoint (or similar) preferred - Strong communication skills, detail oriented, highly organized, and able to work in high stress environments to maintain calm and respectful interaction with multiple teams - Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems for critical infrastructures - Ability to read and edit construction documents (design drawings, control diagrams, specifications, etc.) - Experience developing and executing test procedures for mechanical or electrical systems/components based on design intent and approved equipment submittals 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, OR, Umatilla - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

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