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 customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on.
Role
As an Amazon Field Engineer, you will provide full life‑cycle support to AWS data centers from design inception through site improvement and maintenance. You will be the go‑to engineering resource for your region when technical advice is needed, and you will use your subject‑matter expertise and engage with diverse teams to:
Perform design and equipment submittal reviews for new data centers in your region.
Troubleshoot, conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and create corrective action (CA) documentation for site/equipment failures.
Directly support operational issues with ad‑hoc training, complex operating procedure reviews—including critical equipment—and event support.
Own conceptual design for existing data center upgrades and design solutions that add capacity, improve availability, increase efficiency, and sustainability.
Interface with internal data center operations team, data center design engineering team, server hardware team, and environmental health and safety team to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in services delivered.
Develop innovative solutions for AWS’s data centers.
Work on concurrent projects, sometimes in multiple geographical regions.
Initiate and lead engineering audits—including on‑site visits within Amazon’s data centers—to produce reports outlining risks with recommended mitigations and remediations.
Act as resident engineer during new construction projects, supporting construction, commissioning, and turnover.
Qualifications
As an ideal candidate, you possess:
Strong engineering judgement and ability to provide recommendations despite uncertainty or ambiguity.
Detail‑oriented approach and data‑oriented mindset.
Experience solving problems with engineered solutions.
Experience managing engineering projects and consultants.
Ability to build trust and relationships with stakeholders (Operations, Controls, Construction, Design, Commissioning, Product Managers, Technical Program Managers).
Adaptability and inclination to field work.
Excitement about a mix of office and field work.
Basic Qualifications
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission‑critical facilities such as data centers, power generation, or oil and gas.
Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer license.
Experience with building codes and regulations for your region.
Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and deployment or mass production.
Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents.
Additional Information
AWS values diverse experiences and encourages applicants who may not meet all preferred qualifications, who have alternative experiences, or who are just starting their careers.
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Company: Amazon Development Centre Ireland Limited
Job ID: A10403007
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