Project Engineer

About the role

As a Data Center Project Engineer, you will be part of a creative, diverse team tasked with solving fascinating problems in constructing Amazon Data Centers. Our data centers are industry examples of energy-efficient, cost-effective designs. You will work alongside partner teams such as Operations, Networking, Controls, Security, and Commissioning to build Data Centers that directly support our customers. You will support the teams that build some of the most interesting electrical and mechanical systems in the world, interacting daily with construction managers and stakeholders to ensure fast, high-quality delivery of our data center construction.

The Data Center Project Engineer will own communication coordination with vendors, information workflow, and document management, including requests for information (RFI), change orders, reports, and schedule updates. At Amazon, we empower you to own everything from design review to construction execution and final hand-off to customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional communication and coordination between regional general contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure seamless information flow for construction protocols, documentation access, and standardized procedures.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive tracking systems for design modifications, RFIs, and change orders, creating detailed dashboards with priority levels and deadlines for regional leadership review.
• Evaluate Method of Procedure (MOP) submissions for thoroughness, necessity, and risk assessment.
• Manage vendor onboarding processes, including security credentialing and orientation programs.
• Maintain current project management software with critical milestone updates, correspondence records, and document control.
• Coordinate and monitor owner-furnished material deliveries to ensure timely arrival at construction sites.
• Establish and manage a centralized repository for contractor-supplied construction data.
• Oversee quality assurance programs through implementation of various checklists, including substantial completion verification, safety protocols, and quality control measures.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant discipline work experience.
• Experience in construction management of large, complex projects involving large-scale mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) plants.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of both mechanical and electrical equipment or design related to data center electrical and mechanical topology.
• Experience in designing and managing construction of complex data centers, critical infrastructure, or large-scale MEP plants.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction specifications and drawings for all disciplines, and ability to create and maintain project documentation.
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and regulations (e.g., Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, OSHA) and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE), LEED, or Certified Construction Manager (CCM).
• Demonstrated ability to value engineer, finding innovative solutions to reduce costs and duration without compromising quality and reliability.

Benefits

Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, 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.

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

Pay

USA, MS, Canton - $86,400.00 - $149,700.00 USD annually. 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.

About the team

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. Our team includes software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. We collaborate across AWS to deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. We foster an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.