Civil Designer, DC Design Engineering

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Austin (TX); On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks a Civil Designer to design integrated 3D site designs for data centre facilities, using Civil 3D to create coordinated campus models and site layouts. You will work within a multidisciplinary BIM design team, collaborating with Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks workflows to deliver construction documents and maintain templates.

The role requires 5+ years of engineering experience and a strong grasp of civil disciplines, with occasional travel to data centre sites as

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• 4+ years using Civil 3D for Civil BIM content, site/campus layouts, and construction drawings.
• Experience integrating Revit data into Civil 3D to capture latest building design updates.
• Experience creating and maintaining Civil 3D parts, structures, pipe networks, corridors, and surfaces.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Designing the Civil infrastructure of data centre sites using Civil 3D to create and maintain coordinated site/campus models.
• Work independently with occasional guidance within a team to accomplish tasks and coordinate with internal/external groups.
• Develop and publish construction documentation for Civil site and campus designs in a fast-paced environment.
• Create and maintain templates and ensure alignment with Revit models.
• Update and modify existing models, studies and construction documents as required.
• Support CAD templates and enforce quality standards across Civil 3D workflows.
• Participate in design coordination meetings for clash detection and resolution.
• Travel to data centre sites for evaluations and surveys as needed.

Skills

Civil design experience

Civil 3D expertise

BIM coordination

Data centre knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Dynamo

RF Tools

CTC Tools

Smartsheet

Procore

Job description

Description

Are you an experienced Civil Designer with a passion for producing integrated 3D site designs? Are you a creative, smart, and driven individual that enjoys working on complex projects within a team environment? If this is you, we want YOU on our team!

You will be a part of highly creative and efficient multi-disciplinary BIM design team, tasked with designing challenging and complex projects with innovative solutions for Amazon-owned data centre facilities. You will provide support to our Design Engineering team through the preparation of Civil models and site designs utilizing Civil 3D. You will influence data centre design documents for: campus planning, grading and drainage design, stormwater management, site utilities and building tie‑in, pavement design, and site development documentation. You will produce and maintain Civil drawing sets for our fleet of data centres.

Amazon’s data centres are industry‑leading examples of innovation in the areas of space utilisation, energy efficiency, and cost effectiveness. We are known for our speed to market and reliability. We are part of the US team responsible for the design and operation of critical industry‑leading data centre facilities throughout North & South America. Our Design Team is on the forefront of creating and delivering the most innovative products to our customers; and are known for being a diverse and upbeat team that is changing the face of Cloud Computing. We continue to grow and are looking for individuals that can support our capacity delivery, enjoy a challenge, and have a desire for professional growth and continuous learning. Amazon’s work environment is unique in every aspect and offers an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate. At Amazon we highly support continued learning opportunities and focus on employee development.

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 centres 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

Daily responsibilities will include designing the Civil infrastructure of data centre sites, utilising Civil 3D to create and maintain coordinated site/campus models. You must be able to work independently with occasional guidance and work within a team environment to accomplish assigned tasks. This includes working with internal groups as well as external suppliers and consultants, manufacturers, vendors, and contractors.

Your Duties Will Include

• Being self‑motivated to work within the BIM Design group and across other teams.
• Preparing and developing detailed Civil 3D models and site layouts, coordinated and aligned with our latest building designs.
• Developing and publishing construction documentation for Civil site and campus designs in a fast‑paced environment to meet scheduled deliverables.
• Creating and maintaining regional and global template documents in Civil 3D, coordinated with our team’s multidisciplinary Revit models.
• Updating and modifying existing models, studies and construction documents as required.
• Assisting the creation and maintenance of CAD templates and enforcing quality standards across Civil 3D workflows.
• Participating in design coordination meetings with other trades for clash detection and resolution.
• Working on concurrent projects in multiple geographical locations.
• Assisting information exchange processes between internal and external customers in a Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Recording and reporting of key metrics to management.
• Travelling to data centre sites for engineering evaluations and surveys as required. On average: once or twice a year.
• Being positive and always offering creative, out‑of‑the‑box solutions.
• Having fun and working hard!

A day in the life

As a Designer, you will collaborate across disciplines and teams to refine data centre designs. Your work includes creating detailed models, drawings, specifications, and prototypes, and updating managers and leaders on changes to the building and site design. You engage in design discussions, review feedback from peers and collaborators, and adjust designs to ensure our data centre solutions meet the highest standards of efficiency and quality.

In this role, you’ll receive coaching and guidance from experienced managers and leaders who will help develop your technical and professional skills. You’ll be expected to proactively seek feedback, participate in regular check‑ins, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining open communication with all stakeholders.

About The Team

Within the AWS Data Centre Community, the Data Centre Design Engineering team is a dynamic and collaborative group of engineers and designers dedicated to revolutionising data centre infrastructure. We pride ourselves on our expertise in designing, building, and optimising innovative data centre solutions. Together, we strive for highest level of quality, efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in data centre operations.

We foster an environment of inclusion, innovation, and excellence. Team members continuously push the boundaries of what’s possible in data centre design and engineering. Joining our team means becoming a vital part AWS’s mission to evolve the future of data centre technology. If you are passionate about data centre engineering, and want to make a meaningful impact in this critical field, we invite you to be part of our exciting journey.

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

Amazon 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 in the cloud.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee‑led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

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.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience
• 4+ years of experience using Civil 3D for producing Civil BIM content, site/campus layouts, and construction drawings
• Direct experience creating workflows that reference Revit into Civil 3D to capture the latest building design updates
• Direct experience creating and maintaining Civil 3D parts, structures, pipe/pressure networks, corridors, and surfaces
• Practical knowledge and understanding of building codes and safety regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Experience designing sites from test‑fit through to site permit delivery
• Experience directly related to the design or construction of data centres
• Experience and knowledge applying Lean principles to design modelling and drawing production
• Use of the following software tools: Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Dynamo, RF Tools, CTC Tools, Smartsheet, and Procore
• Familiarity with the BIMForum LOD Specification, plus best practices for BIM collaboration

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. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

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Job ID: A10408251