Controls Engineer

About the role

AWS Data Centers have multiple components such as generators, uninterruptable power sources, diesel generators, electrical switchgear, power distribution units, variable frequency drives, automatic/static transfer switches, chillers [air-cooled and water-cooled], pumps, cooling towers, heat exchangers, CRAHs, air economizers, etc. All these components have local control systems that interact with each other via open and/or proprietary communications protocols. The BMS is the primary method of control of all mechanical systems within a data center. The EPMS is the primary method of monitoring all electrical systems within a data center.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or Corrective Action (CA) for Control Systems for AWS Data Centers.
• Possess, understand and apply controls fundamental concepts, practices and procedures to manage scope of Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) in operational AWS Data Centers.
• Train and assist internal customers and stakeholders with the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of BMS and EPMS systems.
• Provide technical assistance and support to operations during life cycle of the data center.
• Review results and action items from the quarterly maintenances for BMS and EPMS and take actions to get them resolved.
• Develop BMS & EPMS projects scope of work, schedule, budget, and level of efforts (LOE) to projects requested by customers and stakeholders.
• Manage scope, schedule, finance and execution of BMS and EPMS improvement projects in AWS data centers.
• Assist in procurement related activities including request for quotation/proposals, responding to request for information, review of vendors proposal and issuance of purchase orders.
• Participate in AWS global on-call schedule to provide immediate BMS and EPMS technical support to in-service data centers.
• Attend project related meetings, coordinate with project leaders and regularly report status to Controls and stakeholder’s management.
• Support Controls projects related commissioning activities in the data centers.
• Review, implement, troubleshoot and iterate on the controls sequence of operation (SOO) and provide necessary feedback to the design team.
• Develop and modify controls logic programming and graphical user interfaces.
• Manage multiple stakeholder deliverables, requirements and navigate challenging situations.
• Financially manage BMS and EPMS service contracts.
• Frequently visit (locally) assigned in-operation data centers to troubleshoot, meet customers, supervise vendor’s work to ensure compliance with the scope, design, SOO and applicable local codes.

Requirements

Experience carrying new design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems
Experience with power management and power monitoring systems
5+ years of construction management of large, complex projects involving large-scale mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) plants experience
4+ years of general contractor and vendor management work (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent engineering science plus 5+ years of relevant controls experience, OR 10+ years of relevant controls experience in lieu of a degree.
5+ years of experience with industrial controls in critical environment (data center, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, oil & gas, petrochemical, laboratory, power, water etc.)
Knowledge of critical data center equipment
Knowledge of engineering documentation, electrical diagrams and standard operating procedures
Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, or OSHA
Experience in project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure
Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field
Experience with EPMS/SCADA/BMS controls system software or hardware
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
1+ years of Amazon experience, or experience with AWS services or other cloud offerings
4+ years of professional or military experience
Knowledge of engineering documentation, electrical diagrams and standard operating procedures

Qualifications

US citizen and currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
After start, the selected candidate obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph and satisfy other security related requirements.

Skills

Experience carrying new design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems
Experience with power management and power monitoring systems
5+ years of construction management of large, complex projects involving large-scale mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) plants experience
4+ years of general contractor and vendor management work (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent engineering science plus 5+ years of relevant controls experience, OR 10+ years of relevant controls experience in lieu of a degree.
5+ years of experience with industrial controls in critical environment (data center, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, oil & gas, petrochemical, laboratory, power, water etc.)
Knowledge of critical data center equipment
Knowledge of engineering documentation, electrical diagrams and standard operating procedures
Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, or OSHA
Experience in project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure
Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field
Experience with EPMS/SCADA/BMS controls system software or hardware
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
1+ years of Amazon experience, or experience with AWS services or other cloud offerings
4+ years of professional or military experience
Knowledge of engineering documentation, electrical diagrams and standard operating procedures

Benefits

Amazon 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.

Pay

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.

Schedule

USA, OH, Hilliard - 111,300.00 - 186,100.00 USD annually