Job Summary AWS is seeking a Data Center Civil Engineer to join its design team in Herndon, VA. The engineer will lead civil engineering designs for Amazon data centers, providing technical guidance and vendor oversight, solving large‑scale implementation issues, and building an understanding of site design and program requirements. The role sits within the Americas Design Engineering team responsible for the design and operation of critical data center facilities throughout North and South America. Key Job Responsibilities
Manage external civil design consultants through the data center design and construction process. Review designs for site layout, grading, power substations, storm water, and utilities. Coordinate with internal and external architectural, structural, and MEP design engineers. Develop preliminary site layout concepts using Civil 3D, incorporating grading, utilities, and circulation patterns while maintaining flexibility for design evolution. Effectively communicate design standards to internal and external project partners. Communicate conceptual designs and create/maintain project documentation before, during, and after construction. Develop and maintain design standards, design prototypes, and template specifications related to site design for data centers and supporting infrastructure. Create, review, and release design RFPs for various projects, including DCs and special program facilities. Manage multiple fast‑paced projects simultaneously; foresee and manage TPM expectations regarding project‑specific cost and schedule variables. 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.
Basic Qualifications
Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region. Professional Engineering license or plan for acquiring within 12 months of start date. 3+ years of commercial, warehouse, and/or industrial site‑civil design experience with work in site development, grading, paving, storm water, and utility design.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using a variety of web‑based and other software tools for calculation and data processing. Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam Revu.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. The base salary range for this position is $96,600.00–$160,000.00 annually. The 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr