Mechanical Design Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering (AWS)

Amazon; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 96,600 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

RSUs (restricted stock units)

Job summary

Amazon's Data Services team in Herndon, VA is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design data center mechanical systems from concept through construction documentation. You will define equipment specifications, review submittals, and support construction, commissioning, and turnover activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, familiarity with data center mechanical and electrical equipment, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• NETA or ASHRAE certification, or commissioning coursework.
• Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience with the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of mission‑critical facilities, especially data centers.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal teams to understand user requirements.
• Design data center mechanical systems and collaborate with other disciplines to produce construction documents.
• Create designs that meet quality and budgetary requirements.
• Specify mechanical equipment with regional vendors and manufacturers.
• Define site utility requirements in coordination with local utilities.
• Ensure compliance with city, county, and building codes through engagement with local agencies.
• Review and approve equipment submittals.
• Define project scopes and provide technical support during construction phases.
• Collaborate with commissioning teams to validate installation, operation, and performance of mechanical systems.
• Manage concurrent projects across multiple geographies.
• Travel to sites for reviews, field engineering, audits, and startup support as needed.
• Contribute creative, out‑of‑the‑box solutions.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data center knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Web-based calculation tools

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering

Job ID: 10426532 | Amazon Data Services, Inc. | Herndon, VA, USA

Engineers at Amazon design resilient, cost‑effective mechanical distribution systems that support data center operations worldwide. The role involves creating design solutions from concept through permitting and construction documentation, defining equipment specifications, approving submittals, and supporting construction, commissioning, and turnover activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with internal teams to understand user requirements.
• Design data center mechanical systems and collaborate with other disciplines to produce construction documents.
• Create designs that meet quality and budgetary requirements.
• Specify mechanical equipment with regional vendors and manufacturers.
• Define site utility requirements in coordination with local utilities.
• Ensure compliance with city, county, and building codes through engagement with local agencies.
• Review and approve equipment submittals.
• Define project scopes and provide technical support during construction phases.
• Collaborate with commissioning teams to validate installation, operation, and performance of mechanical systems.
• Manage concurrent projects across multiple geographies.
• Travel to sites for reviews, field engineering, audits, and startup support as needed.
• Contribute creative, out‑of‑the‑box solutions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• NETA or ASHRAE certification, or coursework related to commissioning.
• Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience with the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of mission‑critical facilities, especially data centers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region.
• Knowledge of commercial or industrial power systems or mechanical systems.
• Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and deployment or mass production.
• Experience using a variety of web‑based and other software tools for calculation and data processing.

EEO Statement

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

Benefits

Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Salary packages include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs) based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Salary

USD 96,600.00 – 160,000.00 annually (Herndon, VA)