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Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering

Amazon 🇺🇸 Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Hybrid $136,600 - $184,800 Full-time Senior

Design and implement energy-efficient mechanical systems for next-generation data centers while leading cross-functional teams. Oversee the project lifecycle from conception through implementation, including budget management and performance monitoring.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement energy‑efficient mechanical systems for next‑generation data centers
  • Lead cross‑functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges
  • Oversee project lifecycle from conception through implementation, including budget management
  • Foster collaborative relationships with hardware teams to optimize facility‑equipment integration
  • Guide continuous‑improvement initiatives through data analysis and performance monitoring

Requirements

  • 6+ years of industrial or commercial engineering experience in mission‑critical facilities such as data centers, power generation, or oil and gas
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
  • Knowledge of critical data‑center mechanical and electrical equipment
  • Experience in data‑center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance
  • Research experience with new designs, technologies, and construction methods for mission‑critical equipment
  • Professional Engineering or Architectural License (preferred)
  • Knowledge of regional building codes and regulations
  • Ability to read, interpret, and create construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents
  • Experience taking design concepts from exploration to deployment or mass production

Benefits

  • Sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs)
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Basic Life & AD&D insurance and optional supplemental life plans
  • Employee Assistance Program and mental‑health support
  • Flexible spending accounts and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Career development resources and mentorship programs

Key Skills

Mechanical system design HVAC engineering Data‑center infrastructure Energy efficiency Project management Budget management Cross‑functional leadership Collaboration with hardware engineers Data analysis Performance monitoring Building codes compliance Construction drawing interpretation Professional Engineering license Sustainable engineering practices Supply‑chain coordination Agile methodology Technical communication Problem solving Leadership Mentoring

About Amazon

Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides the world’s most comprehensive cloud platform and operates a global network of data centers.

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