Amazon
Program Engineer, Colo Data Center Engineering, Colocation Region Engineering- A
Amazon, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Overview
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We keep the cloud running, supporting data centers and all servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment to ensure continual access to AWS innovations. We work on challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and are looking for talented people 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 deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. You’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. The Data Center Colocation Engineering Team is the engineering owner for the lifecycle of AWS’s colocation data center sites. We have a Program Engineer role located in Herndon, VA. The role includes supporting new COLO evaluations against AWS standards, new COLO designs, innovations through data center end-of-life, with a focus on root cause analysis of failures, capacity and availability improvement, and optimization of the existing COLO fleet. Our COLO Project Engineers are: strong communicators, both written and verbally lead multi-discipline, highly technical engineering and program teams work in a complex engineering environment with complex projects/programs have experience with data center technologies like HVAC, power systems, cable plant, server, or networking adept at identifying and communicating upcoming risks, issues, and bottlenecks and instrumental in resolving those issues, often cross multiple departmental boundaries to achieve goals have a strong sense of organization, communication and team building skills that foster robust working relationships for both internal and external stakeholders Responsibilities
Manage Colocation Engineering Design scopes of work in collaboration with regional teams Manage the Colocation Design Engineering scope and portfolio including schedule, budget, resources, quality and risk management, reporting and metric development/tracking Create strong end-to-end processes/mechanisms for the Colocation Engineering team including alignment and validation of success through metrics-based criteria Interface with Engineering teams and business partners to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in work-products delivered. Standardize inputs/outputs globally Own and track budgets and internal-program schedules for the Colocation Engineering scopes Prepare narratives for executive leadership with recommendations which articulate decision points relative to costs, timelines, customer metrics and strategic trade-offs Learn and understand the AWS data center lifecycle specific to Colocation sites and Engineering, globally Provide direct support to Colocation Engineering teams including trainings What a Day in the Life Looks Like
In this role you will drive engineering and program strategy and deployment planning and ensure execution against the plans by the engineering teams. You will leverage data, work backwards to develop schedules and intermediate milestones, generate and maintain enhanced reporting, define and track meaningful KPIs, and identify process and tooling improvements to ensure engineering team’s efficiency. You will ensure visibility of the engineering portfolio to critical stakeholders and leadership. You will partner with business development, multiple engineering teams, supply chain partners, operations teams, and project execution and delivery teams regularly. You will make strategic decisions regarding specific scopes and overall direction for engineering teams. You will be capable of connecting long-term strategies with rapid growth patterns of AWS, as well as guide specific operational needs of the business. About the team
The Data Center Engineering team at AWS consists of Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Controls Engineers and Technical Program Managers working to design the next generation of data centers. Our team is committed to achieving world-class uptime for our customers and we strive to develop a fleet of buildings emphasizing security, safety, and efficiency, while finding new ways to meet AWS’s growing demand. We propose continuous technical advancements to AWS leadership for improving customer focused metrics. You will have the opportunity to create impactful, positive change. 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 startups to Global 500 companies trust our products and services to power their businesses. We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should not come at the expense of home life, so we strive for flexibility in our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including CORE and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. You’ll find knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Program Management or related technical discipline 3+ years experience in industrial or commercial engineering or project management in Mission Critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation, oil/gas facilities 2+ years experience in core project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, quality, along with risk and critical path management 3+ years experience leading highly technical projects or programs involving infrastructure, complex systems, systems engineering, or similar Preferred Qualifications
Basic understanding of both mechanical and electrical equipment/design related to data centers EPMS/SCADA/BMS Controls system experience (software and/or hardware) Advanced degree in engineering, business, or related field Project management experience for EPC or Mechanical Electrical Plumbing scopes Fundamental understanding of building codes in the region Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) or Management of Portfolios (MoP) Certification 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. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $86,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We keep the cloud running, supporting data centers and all servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment to ensure continual access to AWS innovations. We work on challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and are looking for talented people 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 deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. You’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. The Data Center Colocation Engineering Team is the engineering owner for the lifecycle of AWS’s colocation data center sites. We have a Program Engineer role located in Herndon, VA. The role includes supporting new COLO evaluations against AWS standards, new COLO designs, innovations through data center end-of-life, with a focus on root cause analysis of failures, capacity and availability improvement, and optimization of the existing COLO fleet. Our COLO Project Engineers are: strong communicators, both written and verbally lead multi-discipline, highly technical engineering and program teams work in a complex engineering environment with complex projects/programs have experience with data center technologies like HVAC, power systems, cable plant, server, or networking adept at identifying and communicating upcoming risks, issues, and bottlenecks and instrumental in resolving those issues, often cross multiple departmental boundaries to achieve goals have a strong sense of organization, communication and team building skills that foster robust working relationships for both internal and external stakeholders Responsibilities
Manage Colocation Engineering Design scopes of work in collaboration with regional teams Manage the Colocation Design Engineering scope and portfolio including schedule, budget, resources, quality and risk management, reporting and metric development/tracking Create strong end-to-end processes/mechanisms for the Colocation Engineering team including alignment and validation of success through metrics-based criteria Interface with Engineering teams and business partners to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in work-products delivered. Standardize inputs/outputs globally Own and track budgets and internal-program schedules for the Colocation Engineering scopes Prepare narratives for executive leadership with recommendations which articulate decision points relative to costs, timelines, customer metrics and strategic trade-offs Learn and understand the AWS data center lifecycle specific to Colocation sites and Engineering, globally Provide direct support to Colocation Engineering teams including trainings What a Day in the Life Looks Like
In this role you will drive engineering and program strategy and deployment planning and ensure execution against the plans by the engineering teams. You will leverage data, work backwards to develop schedules and intermediate milestones, generate and maintain enhanced reporting, define and track meaningful KPIs, and identify process and tooling improvements to ensure engineering team’s efficiency. You will ensure visibility of the engineering portfolio to critical stakeholders and leadership. You will partner with business development, multiple engineering teams, supply chain partners, operations teams, and project execution and delivery teams regularly. You will make strategic decisions regarding specific scopes and overall direction for engineering teams. You will be capable of connecting long-term strategies with rapid growth patterns of AWS, as well as guide specific operational needs of the business. About the team
The Data Center Engineering team at AWS consists of Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Controls Engineers and Technical Program Managers working to design the next generation of data centers. Our team is committed to achieving world-class uptime for our customers and we strive to develop a fleet of buildings emphasizing security, safety, and efficiency, while finding new ways to meet AWS’s growing demand. We propose continuous technical advancements to AWS leadership for improving customer focused metrics. You will have the opportunity to create impactful, positive change. 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 startups to Global 500 companies trust our products and services to power their businesses. We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should not come at the expense of home life, so we strive for flexibility in our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including CORE and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. You’ll find knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Program Management or related technical discipline 3+ years experience in industrial or commercial engineering or project management in Mission Critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation, oil/gas facilities 2+ years experience in core project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, quality, along with risk and critical path management 3+ years experience leading highly technical projects or programs involving infrastructure, complex systems, systems engineering, or similar Preferred Qualifications
Basic understanding of both mechanical and electrical equipment/design related to data centers EPMS/SCADA/BMS Controls system experience (software and/or hardware) Advanced degree in engineering, business, or related field Project management experience for EPC or Mechanical Electrical Plumbing scopes Fundamental understanding of building codes in the region Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) or Management of Portfolios (MoP) Certification 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. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $86,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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