Controls Design Engineer (EPMS), CDE
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Seattle, WA, United States
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that keep the cloud running. In this role, you will join a diverse team of software, hardware, network engineers, supply‑chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers to deliver high‑standard safety, security, and capacity at the lowest possible cost.
Responsibilities
Track, document, communicate, and enhance global data center design standards focused on control, automation, and electrical power monitoring systems.
Coordinate with new construction builds, legacy site enhancement projects, and data center service projects.
Plan and drive consistent standards for Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) design across global sites.
Review MEP drawings, focus on electrical drawing sets for EPMS design content, and create EPMS scopes of work (SOW).
Provide RFI support and review technical vendor proposals during the bid review process.
Collaborate with regional project managers to finalize project SOWs and review electrical long‑lead equipment submittals to capture EPMS scope.
Attend Factory Witness Tests (FWTs) and Equipment Qualification Tests (EQTs) to validate EPMS points and device functionality during first‑of‑kind testing.
Create, update, and maintain controls points lists, specifications, EPMS drawing templates, Basis of Design (BOD) documentation, and project SOW documents.
Develop and disseminate specification documents for global projects.
Lead and facilitate collaboration with construction, programmers, MEP/ACS engineers, and team managers to achieve initiative goals.
Manage and prioritize requests for information for new construction builds, existing site facilities, and legacy enhancements.
Serve as the central point of contact for multiple internal and external groups regarding EPMS design standards.
Operate in high‑security critical environments while maximizing productivity.
Drive innovation of new solutions to support initiatives, team, and company goals.
Interact with AWS cloud services and other applications to present, archive, and analyze accumulated data.
Anticipate roadblocks and risks while providing escalation management.
Travel globally as needed to manage and support project initiatives.
Basic Qualifications
5+ years of relevant work in a data center or other critical environment.
3+ years of experience creating and utilizing electrical drawings and design engineering documents focused on data center or critical environment projects.
3+ years of designing or contributing to the design of controls and monitoring solution projects.
1+ year of project management experience focused on data center or critical environment projects, demonstrating large‑scale coordinated efforts with multiple stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field, plus 5+ years in a professional environment.
Experience with programming of electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS).
Experience working with Modbus communication protocol.
Knowledge of electrical single‑line diagrams, electrical distribution systems, complex electrical concepts, and data center redundancy.
Knowledge of data center facilities infrastructure and operation (PDU, UPS, generators, etc.).
Equal‑Opportunity Employer
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation during the application process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
Salary and Benefits
Salary ranges for various locations:
• USA, OH, Columbus – $116,800.00 – $160,000.00 USD annually
• USA, TX, Austin – $116,800.00 – $160,000.00 USD annually
• USA, VA, Herndon – $116,800.00 – $160,000.00 USD annually
• USA, WA, Seattle – $116,800.00 – $160,000.00 USD annually
Compensation includes sign‑on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. For full benefits information, visit https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
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Responsibilities
Track, document, communicate, and enhance global data center design standards focused on control, automation, and electrical power monitoring systems.
Coordinate with new construction builds, legacy site enhancement projects, and data center service projects.
Plan and drive consistent standards for Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) design across global sites.
Review MEP drawings, focus on electrical drawing sets for EPMS design content, and create EPMS scopes of work (SOW).
Provide RFI support and review technical vendor proposals during the bid review process.
Collaborate with regional project managers to finalize project SOWs and review electrical long‑lead equipment submittals to capture EPMS scope.
Attend Factory Witness Tests (FWTs) and Equipment Qualification Tests (EQTs) to validate EPMS points and device functionality during first‑of‑kind testing.
Create, update, and maintain controls points lists, specifications, EPMS drawing templates, Basis of Design (BOD) documentation, and project SOW documents.
Develop and disseminate specification documents for global projects.
Lead and facilitate collaboration with construction, programmers, MEP/ACS engineers, and team managers to achieve initiative goals.
Manage and prioritize requests for information for new construction builds, existing site facilities, and legacy enhancements.
Serve as the central point of contact for multiple internal and external groups regarding EPMS design standards.
Operate in high‑security critical environments while maximizing productivity.
Drive innovation of new solutions to support initiatives, team, and company goals.
Interact with AWS cloud services and other applications to present, archive, and analyze accumulated data.
Anticipate roadblocks and risks while providing escalation management.
Travel globally as needed to manage and support project initiatives.
Basic Qualifications
5+ years of relevant work in a data center or other critical environment.
3+ years of experience creating and utilizing electrical drawings and design engineering documents focused on data center or critical environment projects.
3+ years of designing or contributing to the design of controls and monitoring solution projects.
1+ year of project management experience focused on data center or critical environment projects, demonstrating large‑scale coordinated efforts with multiple stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field, plus 5+ years in a professional environment.
Experience with programming of electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS).
Experience working with Modbus communication protocol.
Knowledge of electrical single‑line diagrams, electrical distribution systems, complex electrical concepts, and data center redundancy.
Knowledge of data center facilities infrastructure and operation (PDU, UPS, generators, etc.).
Equal‑Opportunity Employer
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation during the application process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
Salary and Benefits
Salary ranges for various locations:
• USA, OH, Columbus – $116,800.00 – $160,000.00 USD annually
• USA, TX, Austin – $116,800.00 – $160,000.00 USD annually
• USA, VA, Herndon – $116,800.00 – $160,000.00 USD annually
• USA, WA, Seattle – $116,800.00 – $160,000.00 USD annually
Compensation includes sign‑on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. For full benefits information, visit https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
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