AWS is seeking a Data Center Civil Engineer to join its design team in Austin, TX; Columbus, OH; or Herndon, VA.

As a Data Center Civil Engineer at AWS, you will lead Civil Engineering designs for Amazon Data Centers. You will be part of a highly creative and efficient design team comprised of Architects, Engineers, and Designers tasked with solving problems and challenging the status quo. As a subject matter expert, you will have a direct impact on the design of prototypical Data Center sites, provide technical design guidance and vendor oversight, solve large-scale implementation issues, and build a strong understanding of site design and program requirements.

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. This role sits within Americas Design Engineering team responsible for the design and operation of critical Data Center facilities located throughout North and 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 motivated team members that can support our speed to market, raise the bar, 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 highly support continued learning opportunities and focus on continued employee development.

Key job responsibilities

Manage our external civil design consultants through the Data Center design and construction process.

Review designs for site layout, grading, power substations, storm water, utilities, and pavement.

Coordinate with internal and external MEP design engineers.

Effectively communicate design standards to internal and external project partners.

Communicate conceptual designs and create/maintain project documentation before, during, and after construction.

Develop and maintain design standards, design prototypes, and template specifications related to site design for Data Centers and supporting infrastructure.

Coordinate with AWS Due Diligence and Real Estate teams to determine site selection criteria and review Due Diligence reports.

Create, review, and release design RFPs for various projects, including DCs and special program facilities.

Manage multiple fast paced projects simultaneously. Foresee and manage internal Technical Program Manager's (TPM's) expectation regarding project-specific cost and schedules variables.

Lead initiatives aimed at improving cost, quality, schedule, and consistency

Travel for site assessments, internal design meetings, construction review, and interfacing with authorities having jurisdiction. Anticipated travel is approximately 25%.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities

- 5+ years professional experience in commercial, warehouse, and/or industrial site-civil design experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Knowledge of mission critical equipment and systems, design process, pre-construction requirements and the construction process

- Proficient in AutoCAD Civil3D, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite software.

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, WA, Seattle - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually