Data Center Structural Engineer, DC Design Engineering

Overview

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Data Center Structural Engineer to join its design team in Herndon, Virginia.

AWS designs, builds, and operates Data Centers (DC) around the world and is a leader in worldwide cloud‑computing infrastructure. Engineers in AWS work to design resilient, cost‑effective DC facilities, achieving world‑class uptime for customers while developing a fleet of buildings that emphasize security, safety, efficiency, and cost‑effectiveness.

As a DC Structural Engineer at AWS, you will be part of the design team for Amazon DCs in the Americas Region and will impact projects worldwide. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and designers, provide technical guidance, review milestone drawings by consultants, solve large‑scale implementation issues, and be responsible for structural design requirements.

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. You will support all data centers, ensuring continuous access to our customers’ innovation, while working on challenging problems that involve thousands of supply‑chain variables and collaborating across teams to deliver the highest safety and security standards at the lowest cost.

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, trusted by startups to Global 500 companies for powering their businesses.
• AWS values diverse experiences, encouraging candidates who may not meet all the preferred qualifications to apply.
• Work‑life harmony is valued; AWS strives for flexibility in its working culture.
• The company fosters an inclusive culture through employee‑led affinity groups and learning experiences.
• AWS provides mentorship and career‑growth resources to help employees develop into well‑rounded professionals.

• 4+ years of industrial or commercial engineering experience in mission‑critical facilities such as data centers, power generation, or oil and gas facilities.
• 4+ years of commissioning experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with building codes and regulations for the relevant region.
• Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and deployment.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents.

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Base salary range:  –  USD annually (location: USA, VA, Herndon). The compensation package also includes sign‑on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), 401(k) matching, paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive health benefits.