Data Center Controls Engineer, Canada (AWS)

Amazon; Calgary; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RRSP benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Project Manager to lead building controls for AWS data centers. You will oversee BMS and EPMS scope, review MEP drawings, and develop control BOMs while managing contracts and vendor relationships.

The role requires a background in electrical or mechanical engineering, 5+ years in data center projects, and strong leadership to align controls with business goals. Competitive benefits and an inclusive culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of project management in data centers or equivalent.
• Experience using MS Excel, MS Word, and Windows OS.
• Experience with power management and power monitoring systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope of BMS and EPMS for AWS data center construction.
• Ensure controls are deployed per SOW and specifications.
• Review MEP drawings and provide feedback.
• Develop controls BOM and manage related contracts.
• Provide vendor management and site project leadership.
• Develop scope of work for site improvement projects.
• Support life-cycle data center controls with internal customers.
• Perform root-cause analysis for controls services.

Skills

Project management

Data center operations

Engineering coordination

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Windows OS

Job description

At Amazon, we are working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people.

As part of the AWS Controls Team, you will work with highly motivated experts and innovators in the data center industry. You will be responsible for innovating, deploying, optimizing, and maintaining the automation systems within the data centers. Automation systems consist of 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.

The ideal candidate will possess a construction management, mechanical, electrical or technology background that enables them to undertake the challenges of sophisticated controls platforms and a demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically in aligning building controls and automation with the larger objectives of the business.

Key job responsibilities

• Manage scope of Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) for construction of AWS data centers.
• Ensure data center controls are deployed in accordance with scope of work (SOW) and specifications.
• Review and provide feedback on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) drawings.
• Develop controls bill of material (BOM).
• Financially manage both construction and service contracts.
• Act in a project sponsor/lead capacity.
• Provide vendor management.
• Develop scope of work for site improvement projects.
• Provide technical assistance and support to internal customers during life cycle of the data center.
• Perform controls root cause analysis for service of controls for AWS data centers.
• Schedule and supervise Quarterly maintenance for BMS and EPMS.
• Review controls sequence of operation and provide feedback to design.
• Participate in a global on-call schedule.
• Develop and modify control logic programming.
• Develop and modify graphical user interface.

About the team

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) 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.

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.

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.

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 & 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.

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.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 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

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
• Experience in Data Center Engineering Operations, with a deep understanding of electrical and mechanical data center infrastructure
• Experience reading and interpreting construction specifications and drawings for all domains

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. As a total compensation company, Amazon's package may include other elements such as sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well-being. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those interviewed will be advised as to hiring status.

CAN, AB, Calgary - 104,500.00 - 137,100.00 CAD annually

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.