Global Capacity Design Engineer
Company: Amazon
Location: Herndon
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a highly innovative company that
collaborates across disciplines to produce technology that changes
our world. The AWS Inside Plant Design and Engineering Team is a
new fast-growing and leading-edge research and development team
that is rethinking the design for the critical arteries that
connect the various pieces of hardware inside AWS’ data centers and
edge sites. As a member of this team, you will work directly with
engineers and managers across the company to develop capacity
management solutions for the physical layer. You will also work
with industry suppliers and startups to develop requirements and
recommend new technology. Responsibilities will include: - Ensure
timely delivery of scalable fiber optic & copper plant designs -
Develop an automated solution for how we route and utilize our
physical layer - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver
designs that meet capacity and network requirements and turn-up
timelines - Identify and respond to risks and high-priority issues
rapidly and effectively - Support New Product Introduction
activities that improve infrastructure quality, reduce cost and
installation time - Travel 20% to review projects and coordinate
with onsite personnel and contractors at AWS' Data Centers This is
an opportunity to leverage and grow your existing engineering
experience in an innovative and highly collaborative environment
where the results of your work will directly impact AWS and its
customers. - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, or a related field - Experience carrying
new design concepts through exploration, development, and into
deployment or mass production - Experience in MS Excel, Word, and
Windows Operating Systems - Experience with power management and
power monitoring systems - 5 years of project management in data
centers or comparable critical infrastructure experience -
Knowledge of critical data center equipment - Knowledge of
engineering documentation, electrical diagrams and standard
operating procedures - Knowledge of building codes and regulations
including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, or OSHA - Experience in
project management in data centers or comparable critical
infrastructure - Experience in Data Center Engineering Operations,
with a deep understanding of electrical and mechanical data center
infrastructure - Experience reading and interpreting construction
specifications and drawings for all domains 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 - 111,300.00 -
186,100.00 USD annually
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