Sr. Civil Engineer, Datacenter Land/Site Development, AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Austin (TX); On-site; USD 137,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a senior Civil Engineer to lead data center civil designs.

You will guide a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and designers to solve complex site layout, grading, drainage, and utility challenges while mentoring junior staff. The role requires a PE license, a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, and 10+ years of site civil experience, with hyperscale data center exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) registration is required.
• 10+ years of progressive site civil engineering experience focused on large-scale industrial, commercial, and mission-critical developments.
• Previous hyperscale data center development experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage our external civil design consultants through the Data Center design and construction process.
• Review designs for site layout, mass grading, grading and drainage, power substations, dry and wet utilities, pavement, etc.
• Lead permitting, development, and civil design and construction coordination of multiple fast-paced data center campuses simultaneously on a regional level.
• Assist, coach and mentor lower level engineers.
• Coordinate with internal and external architects, structural, and MEP engineers, physical and technical security, environmental and geotechnical engineers, etc. as a technical resource and civil engineering design leader.
• Own and develop cost and time efficient data center site layout, incorporating grading, utilities, and road patterns while maintaining flexibility for design evolution
• Effectively communicate design standards to internal and external project partners.
• Develop and maintain design standards, template drawings, and specifications related to site civil design for Data Centers and supporting infrastructure.
• Create, review, and release design RFPs for various projects, including DCs and special program facilities.
• Foresee and manage Technical Program Manager’s expectation regarding project-specific cost and schedules variables.
• Develop and lead initiatives aimed at improving cost, quality, schedule, and consistency
• Travel for site assessments, internal design meetings, construction review, and interfacing with authorities having jurisdiction (15 to 25%)

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE)

Job description

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 design, construct, and support all AWS data centers 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 architects, development professionals, civil, MEP, 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.

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 design, construct, and support all AWS data centers 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 architects, development professionals, civil, MEP, 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.

As a Data Center Sr. Civil Engineer at AWS, you will lead Civil Engineering designs for Amazon Data Centers. You will be part of a highly creative and efficient design team comprised of Architects, Engineers, and Designers tasked with solving problems and challenging the status quo. As a subject matter expert, you will have a direct impact on the design of prototypical Data Center sites, provide technical design guidance and vendor oversight, solve large-scale implementation issues, and build a strong understanding of data center campus site design and program requirements.

Amazon’s Data Centers are industry leading examples of innovation in the areas of space utilization, energy efficiency, and cost effectiveness. We are known for our speed to market and reliability. This role sits within Americas Design Engineering team responsible for the design and operation of critical Data Center facilities located throughout North and 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 motivated team members that can support our speed to market, raise the bar, 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 continued employee development.

Key job responsibilities

• Manage our external civil design consultants through the Data Center design and construction process.
• Review designs for site layout, mass grading, grading and drainage, power substations, dry and wet utilities, pavement, etc.
• Lead permitting, development, and civil design and construction coordination of multiple fast-paced data center campuses simultaneously on a regional level.
• Assist, coach and mentor lower level engineers.
• Coordinate with internal and external architects, structural, and MEP engineers, physical and technical security, environmental and geotechnical engineers, etc. as a technical resource and civil engineering design leader.
• Own and develop cost and time efficient data center site layout, incorporating grading, utilities, and road patterns while maintaining flexibility for design evolution
• Effectively communicate design standards to internal and external project partners.
• Develop and maintain design standards, template drawings, and specifications related to site civil design for Data Centers and supporting infrastructure.
• Create, review, and release design RFPs for various projects, including DCs and special program facilities.
• Foresee and manage Technical Program Manager’s expectation regarding project-specific cost and schedules variables.
• Develop and lead initiatives aimed at improving cost, quality, schedule, and consistency
• Travel for site assessments, internal design meetings, construction review, and interfacing with authorities having jurisdiction (15 to 25%)

About The Team

About 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.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region
• Experience owning and leading significant projects from concept to deployment
• 10+ years of progressive site civil engineering experience focused on large-scale industrial, commercial, and mission-critical developments.
• Previous hyperscale data center development experience is preferred.
• Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) registration is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in the design and construction of large-scale industrial utility and distribution systems, including domestic water, sanitary sewer, industrial water and wastewater, stormwater management, medium voltage duct banks, fiber optic networks, and construction phase services including problem solving, RFI, Submittals, etc.
• Expert-level proficiency in mass grading, drainage design, and earthwork balancing.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, retaining wall design and environmental compliance.
• Significant experience managing site entitlement processes, permitting, and coordination with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
• Proven ability to research and implement innovative design and construction methods to reduce project costs and accelerate schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment
• Datacenter site civil engineering design

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.

USA, IL, Chicago - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, OH, COLUMBUS - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Austin - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Herndon - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually

Company - Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Job ID: A10430778