Sr. Cx Mechanical SME, AMER Commissioning

Amazon; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks a Senior Level Commissioning Engineer to lead the mechanical systems commissioning program for leased/owned data centers. This role acts as the SME and liaison among senior engineers, managers, and external vendors, shaping testing methodologies and standards for quality across AWS sites.

The successful candidate will oversee pre-construction and construction management, review designs and test procedures, and drive standardization while mentoring commissioning

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commissioning programs for large-scale data center infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Strong focus on QC, startup, FPT, IST processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for mechanical systems and commissioning for AWS data centers.
• Lead pre-construction and construction management teams; drive process improvements.
• Review design specs, testing requirements, and procedures for adherence to commissioning specs.
• Lead workshops to align on issues and drive data center design and commissioning improvements.
• Develop and deliver technical training for commissioning teams; ensure knowledge transfer.
• Conduct quality assurance audits of commissioning processes and field execution.
• Lead COE investigations, RCA, and preventive actions to improve reliability.
• Participate in technical interviews for commissioning staff and contractors.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Commissioning

Vendor liaison

Test methodologies

Project leadership

Job description

Sr. Cx Mechanical SME, AMER Commissioning

Job ID: 10532297 | Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Level Commissioning Engineer to support the development and implementation of all aspects of the Commissioning Program for leased/owned data centers. This role, with an expert-level focus on the mechanical discipline of Commissioning, will serve as the primary liaison between Senior Engineers, Principal Engineers, Senior Managers, and Directors across the AWS team and external Commissioning Vendors.

As a leader in the Data Center Capacity Delivery (DCCD) organization, you will research, develop, and ensure meticulous and timely delivery of our Data Centers. Senior Commissioning Engineers are hands‑on, producing both detailed technical work and high‑level program designs and process frameworks. They will aid in establishing testing methodologies, drive standardization, and increase quality across all AWS building sites.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in commissioning, program development and sustainment, and cross‑functional collaboration. They must have a proven record of leading commissioning programs on large‑scale critical infrastructure deployments, including Quality Control (QC), Startup, Functional Performance Testing (FPT), Integrated System Testing (IST), and cost‑and‑schedule‑mitigating measures. This position requires excellence in a fast‑paced environment and the ability to manage concurrent responsibilities while supporting parallel initiatives.

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 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 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

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for mechanical systems and the commissioning program for AWS leased/owned data centers
• Lead and support AWS pre‑construction and construction management teams for new data center design and process improvement
• Lead and support AWS product teams and Principal Engineering for new data center design, new products, and product enhancements
• Lead and support reviews of design specifications, testing requirements, and test procedures and standards for adherence to commissioning specifications
• Lead and support workshops that drive alignment on key issues, construction practices, data center designs, and initiatives with the focus of increasing the effectiveness of construction and commissioning while enhancing customer experience and operational excellence
• Assist in Development and delivery of technical training programs for commissioning teams, to ensure consistency in procedures and knowledge transfer
• Conduct regular quality assurance audits of commissioning processes, documentation, and field execution to maintain high standards and identify areas for improvement
• Lead Correction of Errors (COE) investigations, root cause analysis (RCA), and implementation of preventive measures to enhance system reliability and operational efficiency
• Participate in technical interviews for commissioning team members and contractors, ensuring the selection of qualified personnel aligned with AWS standards

Additional Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to travel domestic and internationally for up to 50% of the year.
• Required to provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office; reimbursed.
• U.S Citizenship required

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