Amazon

Quality Control Engineer, Integrated Project Quality (IPQ)

Amazon$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in engineering or commissioning of electrical/mechanical systems
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Certification such as NETA or ASHRAE
  • Familiarity with critical data center equipment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience in design or operation of mission-critical facilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead QAQC processes across data center construction projects
  • Review design documents for constructability and quality assurance
  • Develop quality control plans and inspection checklists
  • Conduct onsite QAQC inspections for compliance
  • Coordinate with third-party Quality Control Agents
  • Facilitate quality control meetings with stakeholders
  • Monitor quality metrics and report on KPIs
  • Document and track quality defects for resolution
  • Compile quality control turnover packages for project phases
  • Perform final quality reviews with stakeholders before handover
  • Facilitate knowledge transfer on QAQC processes
  • Analyze quality data to drive process improvements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional project teams
  • Incorporate industry best practices into quality control

Benefits

  • Opportunities for travel within local and North/South America
  • Involvement in high-impact construction projects
  • Chance to drive continuous improvement in quality processes
  • Collaboration with a diverse team of professionals
  • Development of expertise in industry standards and regulations
Full Job Description
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

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

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

- NETA or ASHRAE certification or commissioning specific education courses

- Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment

- Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel

- Experience with the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of mission critical facilities, especially data centers

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region

- Knowledge of commercial or industrial power systems or mechanical systems

- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production

- Experience using a variety of web-based and other software tools for calculation and data processing

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