The AWS Energy Team works across AMER to supply reliable and carbon free energy to our data centers. The team is seeking a results-orientated individual to join as a Transmission Systems Manager. In this role you will lead transmission planning activities that allow AWS to identify sites for renewable energy projects and power supply opportunities for existing and future AWS data centers. This role provides an opportunity for a technically minded individual to further advance their career within the clean energy sector.
As a Transmission Systems Manager you will manage a portfolio of power flow analysis, due diligence and transmission studies using industry tools and in partnership with engineering consultants. The successful candidate will possess strong project management and communication skills and an ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (Energy, Legal, Finance, Supply Strategy, Real Estate and Capacity Planning) on reporting status, issues, opportunities and key risks across a portfolio of power projects.
Key job responsibilities
- Build, develop, and maintain transmission planning models to support Amazon's energy growth strategies.
- Conduct in-house power flow transmission studies, including generation deactivation and load addition analyses.
- Analyze and mitigate transmission constraints in collaboration with internal teams (Energy, Procurement, Infra Energy, Real Estate, Design Engineering, Field Engineering) and external stakeholders (Utilities, RTOs).
- Perform technical due diligence assessments on power connection options, evaluating costs, timelines, and key risks for proposed power projects.
- Aggregate and manage datasets from multiple sources to deliver comprehensive insights on energy projects, supporting decision-making in renewable energy integration and load capacity planning.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of transmission planning with Amazon's overall energy strategy.
- Manage relationships with consultants and external partners through contractual documents and agreements.
About the team
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Power Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in managing multiple, competing priorities simultaneously
- Experience in written and verbal communication with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to executives and non-technical leaders
- 3+ years of experience in transmission planning, power systems analysis, or a related energy discipline.
- Hands-on experience with power flow analysis tools (e.g., PSS/E, PowerWorld, PSCAD, TARA or equivalent).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Power Engineering, or a related field
- Experience working with RTOs/ISOs (e.g., PJM, MISO, WECC, SPP, ERCOT) on transmission interconnection or planning studies.
- Familiarity with renewable energy integration, generation interconnection processes, and large load interconnection.
- Experience supporting data center, hyperscaler, or large industrial load growth initiatives.
- Proficiency in GIS tools and data management platforms for transmission system visualization.
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, TX, Austin - 92,400.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 92,400.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually