Sr. Elec Colo Regional Engineer, Colocation Region Engineering- AMERJob ID: 10378395 | Amazon Data Services, Inc.Are you an engineer with a passion for data center design and looking for a challenge to chart your own course? If so, we are looking for you to help us make history. AWS data centers are the foundation upon which our software and services operate to meet the growing demands of our customers. This role provides the opportunity to collaborate with business development, design engineers, data center operations professionals, external vendors and consultants, and other cross‑functional teams to assess and select colocation facilities that meet our business requirements.In this role you will showcase your in‑depth understanding of data center design, engineering, and operations of infrastructure common to data centers, telecommunications facilities, and other critical infrastructure environments. You will work directly with internal business teams and with colocation vendors to identify, document, and resolve any operational/design deficiencies that could impact a site's capability or availability. There will be opportunities to influence standards for data center products, build and improve processes, and guide the direction of our colocation data center portfolio on a global scale.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct site assessments against AWS standards for colocation data centers, legacy facility upgrades, and general capital endeavors.Perform risk analysis and availability calculations for vendor owned and operated colocation data center infrastructure to determine fit‑for‑use/fit‑for‑service.Influence AWS's design and specification requirements to meet our business needs for AWS colocation products.Investigate and document root‑cause failure analysis associated with infrastructure and equipment failures.Work with vendors and local agencies having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with federal, state and municipal requirements and codes.Collaborate with engineering, operations, and commissioning teams to properly test and validate the installation, operation, and performance of critical electrical, mechanical, fire suppression, controls systems and structural systems.Support Operations, data scientists and other business partners to determine utilization, efficiency, and performance analysis on critical systems.Travel to data center sites as required – International & Domestic (up to 50%).Basic Qualifications6+ years of data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience.6+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission‑critical facilities including, but not limited to, data centers, power generation, or oil and gas facilities.Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment.Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities.Preferred QualificationsProfessional Engineering or Architectural License.Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region.Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production.Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents.Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.#J-18808-Ljbffr