Regional Environmental Engr, AWS Environmental

Data Services Saudi Arabia Limited One Person Company; Al-Kharj; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cloud infrastructure is seeking a Regional Environmental Engineer to oversee environmental compliance at AWS data centers in Saudi Arabia. The role involves developing standards for regulatory compliance, managing environmental metrics, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, strong knowledge of local regulations, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as an environmental resource, program specialist, or manager.
• Fluent in Arabic (written and spoken).
• Experience leading change across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance with environmental regulations and Amazon policies.
• Develop regional programs integrating engineering, construction, and operations.
• Lead interactions with regulatory agencies and manage multiple complex projects.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of environmental regulations

Program management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry, chemical or environmental engineering, or related field

Job description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers, including servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment, ensuring continual access to innovation for our customers. We work on complex problems with numerous variables impacting the supply chain and seek talented individuals to join us.

You will join a diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. Collaborating across AWS, you will help us uphold high safety and security standards, providing extensive capacity at low costs, within an inclusive culture that encourages bold ideas and ownership.

Key job responsibilities

The Regional Environmental Engineer (REE) will oversee environmental compliance at AWS data centers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Responsibilities include developing standards and policies for regulatory compliance, providing guidance to regional teams, analyzing environmental performance, establishing metrics, and working with government and internal stakeholders. The role is based in Jeddah, with regular domestic and occasional international travel.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong knowledge of Saudi Arabia's environmental regulations, success in program management, and experience leading technical projects. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, including non-traditional educational paths and career changers.

Responsibilities :

• Manage compliance with environmental regulations and Amazon policies.
• Develop regional programs integrating engineering, construction, and operations; promote an environmentally responsible culture.
• Lead interactions with regulatory agencies, permit processes, and new technology adoption.
• Ensure contractor and employee work adheres to Amazon standards.
• Create and monitor environmental metrics for performance tracking.
• Conduct environmental audits for continuous improvement.
• Manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
• Represent Amazon with government agencies and internally.
• Build stakeholder relationships to identify and manage risks.
• Prepare regulatory reports and incident investigations with corrective actions.

About the team

The AWS Environmental team is vital to AWS's global growth and compliance efforts, managing physical data centers and other facilities. They develop environmental programs, standards, tools, audits, and training, supporting Amazon's sustainability goals and ensuring scalable compliance strategies across all business units.

About AWS

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don't meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply, especially if your career path has been non-traditional or includes unique experiences.

Why AWS?

AWS is the most comprehensive cloud platform, trusted worldwide by startups and Fortune 500 companies for innovative solutions.

Inclusive Team Culture

We foster a culture of learning and curiosity through employee-led affinity groups and events that celebrate diversity, including CORE and AmazeCon conferences.

We aim to be Earth’s Best Employer, providing resources for professional growth, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.

Work / Life Balance

We prioritize work-life harmony, offering flexibility to support your success at work and at home.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry, chemical or environmental engineering, or related field
• Experience as an environmental resource, program specialist, or manager
• Knowledge of Saudi Arabia's environmental regulations, assessments, and reporting
• Experience leading change across multiple sites and influencing without direct authority
• Fluent in Arabic (written and spoken)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience implementing environmental systems
• Strong organizational and project management skills