Low Voltage Cabling Design Engineer, Network Infrastructure Design & Deployment

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a fast-paced technology company and a leader in the world of data centers. We are expanding our Network Infrastructure Design & Deployment (NIDD) team within Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC) and seeking a proven subject matter expert (SME) with experience designing and planning copper and fiber network solutions, cabling pathways, and vision to advance AWS Data Centers. This role requires a US citizen who can obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

About the role

As a Network Design and Planning SME, you will create detailed pathway and cabling designs, drive process improvements, and adhere to industry and AWS-specific standards. The team’s mission is to deliver network capacity on time with zero rework. You will manage the planning phase of cable pathways and passive network solutions, working from a corporate office and remote sites with up to 25% international and domestic travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop pathway, space, and cabling designs, along with specifications for construction and permitting.
• Engage with industry suppliers and manufacturers to define product requirements and explore emerging technologies.
• Ensure timely delivery of scalable fiber optic and copper plant designs and specifications.
• Review and approve ICT pathway, cabling, and equipment submittals.
• Identify and respond to risks and high-priority issues rapidly and effectively.
• Support new technology and design activities that improve infrastructure quality, reduce cost, and shorten installation time.
• Travel 20%+ to review projects and coordinate with onsite personnel and contractors at AWS Data Centers.
• Conduct quality assurance audits at project sites, collaborate with project managers and contractors, and implement corrective actions to resolve issues.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Knowledge of critical data center equipment.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities.
• 5+ years’ experience developing design documentation (plans, specifications, etc.) for construction and/or permitting.
• 5+ years’ working experience with fiber optic components, cabling, and interconnect products, technologies, and standards.
• 5+ years’ experience marking building design sets using Bluebeam Revu or similar software for construction and permitting purposes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting construction specifications and drawings for all domains.
• BICSI RCDD Certification or internationally recognized equivalent (e.g., CDCDP, DCDC).
• Ability and willingness to think outside the box to find creative and innovative solutions to reduce costs while maintaining or improving quality, reliability, or maintainability.

Benefits

Amazon offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D, and optional supplemental life plans).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Mental Health Support, and Medical Advice Line.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).

Learn more about our benefits at amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $111,300 – $186,100 USD annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and location. Final compensation includes sign-on payments and RSUs.

Locations: Jessup, Laurel, Severn (MD); Alexandria, Culpeper, Herndon, Warrenton (VA).