Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a detail-oriented individual to join our Data Center Engineering Operations Team. This dedicated group works to maintain the critical physical infrastructure that supports Amazon Web Services. Specifically, this team ensures that the data center's Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems operate at 100% availability while providing first-class customer service to the teams and groups within the data centers.
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.
Key job responsibilities
The Water Infrastructure Manager is responsible for the following key duties:
Leadership and Oversight
- Manage a team of Water Infrastructure Technicians and Chief Engineers responsible for water systems across PDX data centers
- Establish operational standards and procedures for water infrastructure management
- Ensure compliance with Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) regulations and local municipal requirements
- Coordinate with regional environmental engineers (REEs) on water-related compliance matters
- Coordinate with Field Engineering (FE) on equipment related matters
- Coordinate with AWS Legal team on environmental compliance
- Coordinate across AMER to support the implementation of water treatment equipment and teams in other regions
Water Efficiency and Sustainability
- Drive initiatives to improve Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) metrics across the PDX cluster
- Implement and oversee water conservation strategies
- Monitor and report on water consumption and efficiency metrics
- Lead continuous improvement efforts for water systems
Technical Management
- Oversee maintenance and operation of critical water systems including:
- Retention ponds and stormwater management systems
- Oxidizer systems for water treatment
- Ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis systems
- Manage vendor relationships for water treatment equipment and services
- Manage vendor contracts
- Manage cost savings and insourcing where necessary
Compliance and Reporting
- Ensure all required water sampling and testing is performed according to regulations
- Maintain proper documentation for regulatory compliance
- Coordinate with Environmental teams on water management requirements
- Ensure Preventative Maintenance is completed within compliance
Emergency Response
- Develop and maintain emergency response procedures for water-related incidents
- Coordinate with Facility Operations Center (FOC) during water-related emergencies
- Ensure proper training of staff on emergency protocols
Budget and Resource Management
- Manage budget for water infrastructure maintenance and improvements
- Ensure adequate staffing and resources for water management activities
- Plan for capital improvements to water systems
About the team
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
