Sr. Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer, Data Center Engineering

Amazon

Seattle, WA

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SKILLS

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Architectural Services, Auditing, Budgeting, Building Codes, Building Regulations, Cloud Computing, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Conferences, Construction, Construction Design, Construction Drawings, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Design Evaluation, Documentation, Electrical Wiring, Energy Efficiency, Engineering Management, Hard Drives, Industrial Engineering, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Lead Generation, Maintenance - Plumbing, Maintenance Services, Mass Production, Mentoring, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Operations Center, Oil and Gas, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Plumbing, Power Generation, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Request for Information (RFI), Requirements Management, Research & Development (R&D), Safety Standards, Schematics, Startup, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Technical Support, Technical Writing, White Papers

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

5 days ago

Description AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help. You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. Amazon Web Services is seeking Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineers to become part of a global engineering team, responsible for the implementation and technical evaluation of our designs and the continuous innovation of our rapidly expanding data center footprint. Engineers at Amazon: Work to design resilient, cost effective systems. Are responsible for achieving a world-class uptime for our customers. They justify and communicate the technical decisions we make to Senior Management and work hard to drive continuous advancements and improvements with our designs. They drive change and define/design the systems our customers rely on. They have hands on design and field experience and have an understanding of the critical plumbing and fire-protection needs for a data center. As we grow, we are structuring our team to own more of our engineering in house. At Amazon, teamwork is absolutely necessary for us to accomplish our goals. You must be able to work within a team and depend on others to accomplish the required work. As a Fire Protection engineer at Amazon, you will be working with other internal groups as well as external groups including utilities, manufacturers, vendors, and contractors. As an Engineer in this role, you will work with the Principals and Senior Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Engineers to drive the standardization of designs across the global region in production data centers and resolve open technical issues in the plumbing and fire spaces. You will participate in the research and development of new technologies and designs applicable to our products or services. Relied on as a subject matter expert in the plumbing and fire engineering fields, you write technical documentation for such projects. Your tasks include conceiving, initiating and leading projects with widespread impact on infrastructure design, innovation and implementation. You will achieve this by breaking down complex problems into straightforward and actionable solutions. This will be achieved by working with internal teams to understand user requirements and challenges as well as collaborating with teams or individuals from other disciplines, cultures and countries. You will escalate issues as required and communicate clearly and effectively at the appropriate level of detail with people from a wide range of technical abilities and backgrounds. Part of the role will also include the review and approval of critical equipment submittals including vendor Witness Tests, provide technical support on global Large Scale Events (LSE's), including participation on deep dives, investigations and recommendations on mitigation plans. You will also be expected to maintain and host technical fire protection forums to provide a collaborative environment for development of data center systems. As well as provide support and mentorship for the whole of the DCC engineering community, all while having fun and offering creative, out of the box solutions. Key job responsibilities Under the direction of an engineering manager, the Senior Plumbing/Fire Engineer will be responsible for the following: - Design and implement energy-efficient plumbing and fire protection systems for data centers - Create comprehensive documentation for designs and operational procedures - BIM/Revit experience - Support continuous improvement through data analysis and system optimization - Guide project teams through planning, execution, and commissioning phases - Conceives, initiates, and leads projects with widespread impact on infrastructure design, innovation, and implementation. - Decompose complex problems into straightforward and actionable solutions. - Work with internal teams to understand user requirements and challenges. - Collaborate with teams or individuals from other disciplines, cultures, and countries. - Escalate issues as required and communicate clearly and effectively at the appropriate level of detail with people from a wide range of technical abilities and backgrounds. - Produce clear and concise documentation such as detailed design specifications, white papers, wiring schematics and diagrams, and reports. - Understand and safeguard implementation of the Global Plumbing and Fire Basis of Design (BoD) with constant auditing. - Drive standardization in the data center plumbing and fire-protection spaces. - Development of strategic solutions, which meet or exceed our quality requirements and fall within our budgetary requirements. - Capture requirements and turn aspirational company or customer goals into well-defined, achievable and testable specifications and solutions. - Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests prior to, and during innovation and research and development projects. - Provide technical support on global Large Scale Events (LSE's), including participation on deep dives, investigations and recommendations on mitigation plans. - Ability to work on concurrent projects in multiple geographical regions. - Maintain and host technical forums to provide a collaborative environment for development of data center plumbing and fire-protection systems. - Provide support and mentorship for the whole of the Data Center Engineering community. - Have fun and offer creative out-of-the-box solutions. About the team Why AWS Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship and Career Growth We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Basic Qualifications - 4+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities experience - Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field - Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities - Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities - Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region - 6+ years of design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience Preferred Qualifications - Professional Engineering or Architectural License - 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. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 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 - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually USA, VA, Herndon - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually USA, WA, Seattle - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

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