Sr. Quality Control Engineer, Integrated Project Quality; IPQ

Overview

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Quality Control Engineer (QCE) to execute and support the Integrated Project Quality (IPQ) Program in the delivery of data centers. This role focuses on mechanical discipline quality control execution with specialized emphasis on mechanical equipment build quality and Off‑Site Assembly (OSA) oversight. The Sr. QCE will serve as the technical lead for day‑to‑day quality management activities and direct oversight of quality control vendors across OSA facilities in North America and on data center deployments across AWS build regions in North and South America (AMER).

• Provide technical field trade oversight for mechanical components and manage off‑site prefabrication/assembly quality processes for the OSA program
• Lead root‑cause analysis for mechanical quality issues, coordinate corrective actions, and implement preventive measures
• Support IPQ implementation across multiple AMER sites, coordinate with construction teams, and manage quality milestone tracking
• Maintain quality control documentation, prepare weekly progress reports, and track quality metrics and KPIs within team‑standard tooling and mechanisms
• Conduct routine mechanical quality inspections, verify installation compliance, and manage non‑conformance resolution processes
• Directly oversee third‑party vendor performance, conduct vendor meetings, and manage quality scorecard assessments
• Develop and ensure alignment with IPQ technical standards, review mechanical installation procedures, and validate compliance with AWS specifications
• Interface with Construction Management, Design Engineering, Commissioning and various stakeholders on technical quality execution

• Travel up to 80% of the time
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years’ experience in mechanical quality control/quality assurance of data centers or critical infrastructure
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical construction processes, HVAC systems, and quality control execution. Knowledge of mechanical industry standards (ASHRAE, ASME, SMACNA, IMC) and quality control methodologies
• Experience managing vendors, contractors, or technical teams

• Experience in project management or management consulting, including handling multiple ongoing projects
• Experience with technical field trade oversight and off‑site prefabrication/assembly management
• Experience with chillers, air handling units, generators, cooling towers, and emergency mechanical systems
• Direct experience with prefabrication/modular assembly quality processes
• Strong technical writing and reporting skills paired with experience using quality management systems and documentation processes

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 $ - $ USD annually. 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.

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