Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a detail-oriented individual to join our Data Center Engineering Operations Team. This dedicated group works to maintain the critical physical infrastructure that supports Amazon Web Services. Specifically, this team ensures that the data center's Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems operate at better than 99.9999% availability while providing first-class customer service to the teams and groups within the data centers.
Key job responsibilities
* Act as the primary escalation point and subject matter expert (SME) for all water system infrastructure. Oversee operation and management of critical systems including: building monitoring systems, ultrafiltration systems, reverse osmosis systems, and oxidant systems, etc.
* Conduct water sampling, develop and maintain Legionella prevention programs and implement Water Utilization Efficiency (WUE) improvements.
* Provide training, create, and deploy standard practices for operations teams, and vendor support teams. Manage preventative maintenance and spare parts inventory.
* Work around ponds for water sampling, remediation, and repair work to maintain operations and compliance.
* Review and provide feedback on new systems designs to ensure operational reliability and redundancy or water infrastructure
* Support infrastructure improvements and system optimizations.
* Work outside normal business hours for routine maintenance and emergency response, including water remediation and critical system repairs.
* Communicate technical information effectively to non-technical audiences, including preparing reports and presentations.
* Coordinate with operations managers, business leaders, Field Engineering, Environmental, and Legal teams to manage projects and optimize facility operations.
* Ensure compliance with safety procedures, state regulations, and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements for both vendor and staff operations.
* Establish and monitor performance benchmarks. Conduct analyses and prepare reports on critical operations, maintenance, and water infrastructure.
* Utilize Microsoft Office suite and administrative tools to perform daily tasks, maintain documentation, and track compliance requirements.
A day in the life
The Water Chief Engineer serves as Amazon's primary expert for water system operations and efficiency, maintaining mission-critical data center water infrastructure that must operate at maximum reliability. They manage operate complex water systems including water treatment systems, filtration equipment, distribution networks, pumping stations, and chemical dosing systems that directly impact data center cooling performance. The role requires directing and training technicians, implementing site-specific training programs, developing standard operating procedures, and event response scenarios. They manage water infrastructure projects from conception to completion, collaborating with engineering, operations, and design teams.
About the team
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
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 Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent work experience)
* Demonstrated expertise in water infrastructure including certifications for: Water Treatment Plant Operator, Water Distribution System Operator, Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certification
* 5+ years of working with Federal and/or State water infrastructure regulatory compliance requirements
* Completion of specialized training programs or courses related to water treatment, distribution systems, and water quality analysis.
* Possession of relevant certifications or licenses as required by state or local regulations, such as: Ohio Class I or above Wastewater Treatment Certificate, Ohio Class I or above Water Supply Certificate, Ohio Class I or above Water Distribution Certificate, or appropriate Certified Professional Operator Certifications
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
* Experience developing strategic technical plans, writing documents, and presenting to large groups
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