Controls Engineer

Job ID: 3146590 | Amazon Data Services, Inc. AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. 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. 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 help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. As part of the global controls team, you will work with highly motivated experts and innovators in the data center industry. You will be responsible for troubleshooting, project management, and maintaining the building management system (BMS) and electrical power monitoring system (EPMS). Using Amazon leadership principles, you will develop new processes and standards while innovating in the controls space. 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. This position requires that the candidate selected be a U.S. citizen and currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility. After start, the selected candidate must obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph and satisfy other security-related requirements. Key Job 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. Basic Qualifications 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.). Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure experience. 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. Amazon is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We offer a competitive base salary ranging from $111,300.00 to $186,100.00 USD annually for the USA, OH, Hilliard location. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), and a comprehensive benefits program including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at #J-18808-Ljbffr