The Quality Control Engineer (QCE) plays an essential role in AWS Data Center Capacity Delivery's (DCCD) Integrated Project Quality (IPQ) program. This position is responsible for overseeing and executing quality assurance and control (QAQC) processes throughout the lifecycle of data center construction projects, ensuring that all work meets AWS's high standards for quality, safety, and performance.
Key job responsibilities
1. Lead the implementation of QAQC processes throughout data center construction projects, from pre-design to turnover phases and beyond.
2. Review design documents and provide feedback on constructability, maintainability, and quality assurance measures.
3. Develop and maintain quality control plans, factory/field inspection checklists, and relevant documentation.
4. Conduct onsite QAQC inspections for installation activities, ensuring compliance with AWS standards and specifications.
5. Coordinate with third-party Quality Control Agents/Vendors (QCA) to ensure comprehensive QAQC.
6. Facilitate regular QC meetings with stakeholders to review and address quality-related issues.
7. Monitor and report on quality metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) throughout the project lifecycle.
8. Identify, document, and track quality defects or non-conformances, ensuring timely resolution.
9. Compile and deliver comprehensive quality control turnover packages for each project phase.
10. Conduct final quality reviews and walkthroughs with key stakeholders prior to project handover.
11. Facilitate knowledge transfer to end customers on QAQC processes and lessons learned.
12. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing quality data and proposing process enhancements.
13. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Construction Management, Commissioning, and Data Center Engineering Operations to ensure seamless project execution.
14. Stay current with industry best practices and AWS-specific quality standards, incorporating them into quality control processes.
15. Willingness to travel to sites within your local cluster and occasional travel to various OSA or team project sites across North and South America
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 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
- 4+ years of commissioning experience
- 5+ years of engineering, installation, or startup/commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 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
- Experience in commissioning
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or an equivalent engineering science, or 5+ years of professional experience
- 5+ years of project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure experience
- Experience with Autodesk Revit and other BIM software for MEP systems and strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems design and coordination
- Knowledge of current industry standards
- Experience building strategic relationships with stakeholders, including communicating and collaborating across teams and functions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 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
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, GA, Atlanta - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually