Controls Engineer, APAC Controls Deployment & Service

Amazon; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cloud infrastructure seeks a CDS Engineer to support its data center automation systems. The role includes deploying and servicing these systems, ensuring data center health, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance operations and security. This is an opportunity to work with innovative technology in dynamic environments while fostering an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in control system integration, building automation, or related fields.
• Knowledge of control theory, PLC or SCADA programming.
• Experience in critical environments such as data centers.

Responsibilities

• Deploy data center controls on time and manage vendors.
• Deliver projects to upgrade data center automation systems.
• Implement initiatives to improve data center efficiency.

Skills

Control system integration

Building automation

Electrical diagrams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Building Management Systems

PLCs

SCADA programming

Job description

Amazon

Warrington

GBP 35,000 - 55,000

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to innovation. We work on challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain, and we’re looking for talented people 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 across AWS to deliver high standards for safety and security while providing extensive capacity at the lowest cost. We foster an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers ownership.

CDS Engineers support data center building automation systems, such as Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS). Responsibilities include deploying and servicing these systems to maintain data center health. You may oversee deployment for new data centers, upgrade existing facilities, or support colocated centers with Amazon hardware. Collaboration with teams across Amazon and vendor management are key aspects of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy data center controls on time, managing vendors effectively to ensure minimal defects at Power and Facilities Hand-Off (PFHO).
• Deliver projects to upgrade data center automation systems.
• Provide support to diagnose and resolve issues like Loss of Visibility (LOV), Loss of Resilience (LOR), and other operational events.
• Meet predefined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Implement initiatives to improve data center efficiency and operational procedures.

Qualifications

• Hold or be able to attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance.

A Day in the Life

Join AWS, the cloud leader, and be at the forefront of deploying and managing infrastructure at a global scale. Build relationships across stakeholders, contribute to innovative projects, and grow your expertise with support from industry leaders. Embrace continuous learning and development opportunities.

About the Team

The Data Center Capacity Delivery Asia-Pacific Controls Deployment and Service (DCCD APAC CDS) team ensures the health of AWS data centers through deployment and servicing of control systems. Our mission is to provide unmatched reliability, security, and performance. Success depends on evolving and innovating in a dynamic environment.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to collaborate globally, possibly at odd hours.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Diversity and Inclusion

We value diverse experiences and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet all preferred qualifications.

Why AWS?

AWS is the world’s most comprehensive cloud platform, trusted by startups to Fortune 500 companies. We innovate continuously and foster an inclusive environment with opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We also prioritize work/life balance and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Experience in control system integration, building automation, or related fields.
• Knowledge of control theory, PLC or SCADA programming, and electrical diagrams.
• Experience with control system deployment, inspection, testing, and commissioning.
• Experience in critical environments such as data centers or similar facilities.
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems (e.g., Siemens, Honeywell, Schneider Electric), EPMS, and industrial protocols (BACnet, Modbus).
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land in Australia and pay respect to their elders. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.