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. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
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.
Amazon Web Services is seeking a mechanical engineer to be part of a global engineering team responsible for ownership and continuous improvement related to data center liquid cooling infrastructure products within our rapidly expanding data center footprint. We seek engineers with hands-on mechanical and manufacturing experience in liquid cooling products. Experience leading cooling product design, understanding cooling principles, and knowledge of quality manufacturing practices is essential. You should comprehend detailed equipment specifications, piping systems, pumping systems, air handler systems and evaluate design change implications.
As a Global Amazon Product Lifecycle Engineer, you'll support AWS data centers' liquid cooling infrastructure. You'll work with product development teams to understand products during development and testing, maintaining engineering ownership throughout operational life. You'll serve as the global engineering resource for liquid cooling AWS infrastructure in data centers.
Amazon has a global presence. Intermittent travel will be necessary and should be expected to be around 30%. While most travel will be domestic, some international travel may be necessary.
This position can be based out of Herndon VA, Austin, TX or Columbus, OH.
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities
• Possess strong engineering judgement and are able to provide recommendations despite uncertainty
• Are detail and data oriented
• Have experience engineering air handling, piping and/or pumping products
• Review, update, and approve equipment submittals
• Work with global liquid cooling equipment suppliers and manufacturers
• Build trust and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. reliability, operations, design, compliance)
• Work on concurrent projects, in multiple geographic zones
• Understand and explain complex systems in clear and concise language
• Support Operations including failure mode and root cause analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting support, and operating procedure review for both mechanical and electrical issues.
• Listen to the voice of the customer to understand if there are improvements that can be made to increase product reliability or availability.
• Work with global supplier and manufacturers to design product improvements, and to oversee root cause analysis.
• Contribute to our global body of knowledge and drive a cycle of continuous improvement at a global scale
If you meet these qualifications, exude passion, and enjoy the challenge of innovative projects at hyper-scale, this job is for you!
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