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.
The Senior Mechanical Controls Systems Support Engineer provides global technical support for the Amazon Control System (ACS) and associated controls infrastructure across AWS data centers. This role serves as the primary technical expert for Building Management Systems (BMS) Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), and CloudSCADA platforms, ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of the critical data center infrastructure. Working closely with DCEO, Field Engineering, Controls Deployment, and partner teams, this role maintains and improves control system performance through troubleshooting, systems engineering, deep dive audits, and technical problem-solving.
Key job responsibilities
- Significant and autonomous contributor with consistently high-quality work
- Focuses on major portions of controls systems across multiple builds and locations
- Develops standard design and configuration templates that improve the overall system
- Delivers medium to large technology projects that are time-bound and business-critical
- Participates in full system development life cycle
- Mentors junior engineers and new hires
- Proficient in a broad range of systems design approaches
About the team
*Why 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.
*Diverse Experiences*
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
*Work/Life Balance*
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
*Inclusive Team Culture*
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
*Mentorship and Career Growth*
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, engineering technology or equivalent, or 4+ years of industrial controls and automation experience
- 5+ years of industrial controls and automation experience
- Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) — Schneider EBO/SBO, Siemens, Tridium/Niagara
- Experience with Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) — Schneider PSO, ABB, Eaton Foreseer, FactoryTalk
- Knowledge of continuously operating redundant electrical systems, cooling systems, air flow containment systems, and building management systems
- Experience in a data center or other critical environment, or experience working in a data center or mission critical facility (example: hospital, military facility, public safety facility, etc.)
- Proficiency in scripting/programming (Python, CodeSys) for automation and data analysis
- Niagara/Tridium certification (N4 or equivalent)
- Knowledge of PLC programming (Rockwell, Schnieder, Beckhoff)
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, 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
USA, WA, Bellevue - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually
