Sr. Hardware Reliability Engineer, Infrastructure Reliability & Quality

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Drive DFR (Design for Reliability) methodology to proactively design-in reliability in New Product Designs
• Drive reliability/quality qualification of third-party critical infrastructure equipment for use in AWS data centers
• Oversee factory and site testing of third-party equipment in all LLE categories (Liquid Cooling, generator, chiller, air handler, etc.)
• Guide and support Root Cause Analysis of field failures performed by internal teams, the OEM, and external laboratories. Validate conclusions and ensure highest standards are used in testing and remediation.
• Make recommendations about AWS infrastructure maintenance and equipment replacement based on reliability data
• Provide feedback to sourcing/procurement teams for evaluation of vendor performance
• Analyze internal reliability data and create metrics to drive highest reliability at lowest cost
• Support DFMEAs on as needed basis
• Develop end of life strategy for critical infra equipment

Requirements

• Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Reliability Engineering, Physics, Electrical, Mechanical or Materials Engineering or related field
• 8+ years of Reliability Engineering work experience in high reliability industry
• 3+ years experience with accelerated life testing, stress analysis and finite element analysis

Qualifications

• 10+ years of work experience in reliability risk identification and assessment from component to system level applying analytical, experimental and statistical approaches to evaluate product design and manufacture quality/reliability levels
• Experience in reliability engineering with a focus on power generation equipment, diesel or gas generators, or rotating machinery
• Experience with proactive and effective reliability approaches in a cost-effective manner throughout product design, manufacture and deployment stages
• Proven experience in working with external design and manufacturing supply chain partners
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skills

• Ownership minded, independent, action and results oriented
• Strong skills in problem analysis and solving, communication, and vendor management

Benefits

At AWS, we believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice is heard and valued. We are committed to creating a culture that empowers our employees to bring their whole selves to work, and we strive to provide a supportive environment where everyone feels welcome and included.

Pay

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Schedule

Full-time position

Additional Information

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