As a Environmental Engineer (REE), you will be responsible for environmental compliance at AWS data centers in Virginia. You will develop standards, programs and policies to support regulatory compliance, complete environmental performance and gap analyses, prepare environmental compliance plans for new technologies and/or permits, establish and monitor metrics, and facilitate implementation of AWS environmental standards. You will provide guidance and build effective relationships with internal and external partners, including government entities, contractors, consultants, design, construction, operations and other key stakeholders. You will have an opportunity to lead and/or actively support large-scale compliance projects, including those spanning several regions. *This role will be based in Herndon, Virginia. Key job responsibilities - Manage and oversee compliance with environmental regulations and Amazon policy; - Develop regional strategic programs by integrating with engineering, construction, and operations; - Drive an environmentally responsible culture within the organization; - Function as a leader regarding regulatory agency interactions, permit evaluation and processing, and new process and technology introduction; - Ensure work performed by contractors, consultants, and employees is completed in accordance with Amazon standards; - Develop environmental metrics to measure, monitor and forecast performance; - Conduct thorough and accurate environmental audits for continuous improvement; - Prioritize and manage multiple technically complex assignments concurrently; - Represent Amazon at appropriate levels with governmental agencies and throughout the company; - Build collaborative relationships with various stakeholders to ensure risks are identified early and managed appropriately; - Submit time-critical reports to various governmental agencies; - Complete thorough and accurate environmental incident investigations and associated regulatory reports and develop appropriate corrective action. About the team AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help. You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems - BA/BS degree in environmental science, chemical or environmental engineering, or related field of study; - 6+ years of experience serving as an environmental technical resource, environmental engineer, compliance specialist, or compliance program manager; - Experience with regulatory assessments, air emissions evaluations & calculations, water discharge requirements & reporting, and waste management; - Applied knowledge of federal and State of Virginia environmental regulations. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience working with federal agencies and military installations on environmental compliance matters; - Strong interpersonal skills: excellent communication skills, strong relationship builder, solid influencing and negotiation skills, and ability to coach at multiple levels; - Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving ability. 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, VA, Herndon - 111,300.00 - 186,100.00 USD annually