Data Center Project Engineer — Onsite Construction Lead

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 96,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Sidney, OH is seeking a Data Center Project Engineer to lead cross-functional coordination for data center construction.

You will manage design changes, RFIs, and vendor onboarding while ensuring on-time delivery of electrical and mechanical systems on site. The role requires 3+ years of vendor management, 4+ years in data center environments, and 5+ years in data center engineering or operations, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of vendor management experience
• 4+ years of relevant work in a data center or other critical environment experience
• 5+ years of data center engineering or operations experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel

Responsibilities

• Leading cross-functional communication and coordination between regional general contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams, ensuring seamless information flow for construction protocols, documentation access, and standardized procedures
• Developing and maintaining comprehensive tracking systems for design modifications, RFIs, and change orders, creating detailed dashboards with priority levels and deadlines for regional leadership review
• Evaluating Method of Procedure (MOP) submissions for thoroughness, necessity, and risk assessment
• Managing vendor onboarding processes, including security credentialing and orientation programs
• Maintaining current project management software with critical milestone updates, correspondence records, and document control
• Coordinating and monitoring owner-furnished material deliveries to ensure timely arrival at construction sites
• Establishing and managing a centralized repository for contractor-supplied construction data
• Overseeing quality assurance programs through implementation of various checklists, including substantial completion verification, safety protocols, and quality control measures

Skills

Vendor management

Data center engineering

Microsoft Office

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Sidney, OH is seeking a Data Center Project Engineer to lead cross-functional coordination for data center construction.

You will manage design changes, RFIs, and vendor onboarding while ensuring on-time delivery of electrical and mechanical systems on site. The role requires 3+ years of vendor management, 4+ years in data center environments, and 5+ years in data center engineering or operations, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.