Controls Engineer

Full Time
Hayward, CA
From $87,800 a year
Posted Today
Job description

Basic Qualifications

1. B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical or other related engineering degrees as well as 5 years Controls related experience; or Associates degree and 7 years of Controls related experience; or High School diploma with 10 years of Controls related experience.
2. 5+ Years of experience with industrial controls in critical environment (data center, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, oil & gas, petrochemical, laboratory, power, water etc.).


AWS Data centers have multiple components such as generators, uninterruptable power sources, diesel generators, electrical switchgear, power distribution units, variable frequency drives, automatic/static transfer switches, chillers [air-cooled and water-cooled], pumps, cooling towers, heat exchangers, CRAHs, air economizers, etc. All these components have local control systems that interact with each other via open and/or proprietary communications protocols. The building management system (BMS) is the primary method of control of all mechanical systems within a data center. The electrical power monitoring system (EPMS) is the primary method of monitoring all electrical systems within a data center. As part of the global controls team, you will work with highly motivated experts and innovators in the data center industry. You will be responsible for innovating, deploying, optimizing, and maintaining the BMS and EPMS. Using Amazon leadership principles, you will develop new processes and standards while innovating in the controls space. As a Controls Engineer you will: • Troubleshoot and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or Corrective Action (CA) for Control Systems for AWS data centers. • Possess, understand and apply controls fundamental concepts, practices and procedures to manage scope of Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) in operational AWS Data Centers. • Train and assist internal customers and stakeholders with the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of BMS and EPMS systems. • Provide technical assistance and support to internal customers during life cycle of the data center. • Complete and implement assigned work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety. • Review controls sequence of operation and provide feedback for construction of AWS data centers. • Schedule and supervise Quarterly maintenances for BMS and EPMS. • Provide vendor management. • Participate in AWS global on-call schedule to provide immediate BMS and EPMS • Technical support to in-service data centers. • Attend project related meetings, coordinate with project leaders and regularly report status to Controls Management. • Review and provide feedback on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) drawings. • Develop controls bill of material (BOM). • Develop and modify controls logic programming. • Develop and modify graphical user interface. • Grow in technical ability by learning a multitude of different automation platforms. • Develop scope of work for site improvement projects. • Manage and work under tight project timelines. • Manage multiple stakeholder deliverables, requirements and navigate difficult situations. • Financially manage BMS and EPMS service contracts. • Frequently visit (locally) assigned in-operation data centers to supervise vendor’s work to ensure compliance with the design, sequence of operations (SOO) and applicable local codes.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree (MS) with five years of relevant controls or data center mechanical/electrical work experience.
  • Knowledge computer networking and HVAC and/or electrical power distribution systems.
  • Proven track record for cultivating strong relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, or customers
  • Excellent communication skills, teamwork, organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with automation controls in data centers or other critical facilities.
  • TCP/IP, BACnet and/or MODBUS communication protocol experience.

Why AWS?
About AWS
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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 celebrate 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.

Work/Life Balance
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sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture.
When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the
cloud.

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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.

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $87,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $210,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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