Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Energy & Innovation

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

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Herndon, VA is seeking a Senior Mechanical/Industrial Engineer to design, optimize, and oversee energy-efficient systems for AWS data centers. You will lead cross-functional teams, oversee lifecycle from concept to deployment, and ensure safety, reliability, and cost efficiency across facilities.

Required 4+ years in mission critical facilities engineering, commissioning, and CAD tooling. A PE license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities.
• 4+ years of commissioning experience.
• Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities.
• Experience with CAD software and building codes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement energy-efficient mechanical systems for next-generation data centers.
• Lead cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
• Oversee project lifecycle from conception through implementation, including budget management.
• Foster collaborative relationships with hardware teams to optimize facility-equipment integration.
• Guide continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and performance monitoring.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Commissioning

Data center knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

BIM 360

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Herndon, VA is seeking a Senior Mechanical/Industrial Engineer to design, optimize, and oversee energy-efficient systems for AWS data centers. You will lead cross-functional teams, oversee lifecycle from concept to deployment, and ensure safety, reliability, and cost efficiency across facilities.

Required 4+ years in mission critical facilities engineering, commissioning, and CAD tooling. A PE license is preferred.