Controls Design Engineer (EPMS), CDE
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Seattle, WA, United States
Job Overview 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 ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. This role is part of the Controls Design Engineering team (CDE) within the Controls & Technology organization, focusing on building management systems (BMS) and electrical power monitoring (EPMS).
Key Responsibilities Knowledge of EPMS programming and design, Modbus communication protocol, electrical distribution systems, single-line diagrams, complex electrical concepts, and data center redundancy
Review MEP drawings with a focus on electrical drawing sets for EPMS design content
Create EPMS scopes of work (SOW), provide RFI support, and review technical vendor proposals during bid review process
Coordinate with regional project managers to review and finalize project SOWs
Review electrical Long Lead Equipment (LLE) submittals to ensure EPMS scope is captured
Attend Factory Witness Tests (FWTs) and Equipment Qualification Tests (EQTs) to perform EPMS point validation and test EPMS device functionality on first‑of‑kind electrical equipment
Create, update, and maintain controls points list and specifications, EPMS drawing templates, Basis of Design (BOD) documentation, and project‑specific SOW documents
Develop and disseminate specification documents for global projects
Lead and facilitate collaboration with multiple teams including construction, programmers, MEP/ACS engineers, and team managers to accomplish initiative goals
Manage and prioritize requests for information on new construction builds, existing site facilities support, and legacy site enhancement projects
Serve as 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 in utilizing or generating electrical drawings and design engineering documents focused on data center or critical environment projects
3+ years designing or contributing to the design of controls and monitoring solution projects
1+ year 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 engineering degrees and 5+ years of related experience in professional environments
Experience with electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS) programming and use
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.)
Earnings & Benefits Base salary ranges: 116,800 – 160,000 USD annually (locations: Columbus, OH; Austin, TX; Herndon, VA; Seattle, WA). Additional compensation includes sign‑on payments and restricted stock units. Benefits include health, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Job ID: A10381890
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Key Responsibilities Knowledge of EPMS programming and design, Modbus communication protocol, electrical distribution systems, single-line diagrams, complex electrical concepts, and data center redundancy
Review MEP drawings with a focus on electrical drawing sets for EPMS design content
Create EPMS scopes of work (SOW), provide RFI support, and review technical vendor proposals during bid review process
Coordinate with regional project managers to review and finalize project SOWs
Review electrical Long Lead Equipment (LLE) submittals to ensure EPMS scope is captured
Attend Factory Witness Tests (FWTs) and Equipment Qualification Tests (EQTs) to perform EPMS point validation and test EPMS device functionality on first‑of‑kind electrical equipment
Create, update, and maintain controls points list and specifications, EPMS drawing templates, Basis of Design (BOD) documentation, and project‑specific SOW documents
Develop and disseminate specification documents for global projects
Lead and facilitate collaboration with multiple teams including construction, programmers, MEP/ACS engineers, and team managers to accomplish initiative goals
Manage and prioritize requests for information on new construction builds, existing site facilities support, and legacy site enhancement projects
Serve as 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 in utilizing or generating electrical drawings and design engineering documents focused on data center or critical environment projects
3+ years designing or contributing to the design of controls and monitoring solution projects
1+ year 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 engineering degrees and 5+ years of related experience in professional environments
Experience with electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS) programming and use
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.)
Earnings & Benefits Base salary ranges: 116,800 – 160,000 USD annually (locations: Columbus, OH; Austin, TX; Herndon, VA; Seattle, WA). Additional compensation includes sign‑on payments and restricted stock units. Benefits include health, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Job ID: A10381890
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