Sr. ICT Engineer, Colo Regional Engineering - AMER

Sr. ICT Engineer, Colo Regional Engineering - AMER

Job  | Amazon Data Services, Inc.

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. 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.

As an ICT Colo Regional Engineer you will be part of a global engineering team of Mechanical, Electrical, and Control Engineers. The ICT Colo Engineering Team is a new fast‑growing and leading‑edge engineering team that rethinks the design for the critical communications pathways that connect the various pieces of hardware inside AWS’ data centers. As we continue to grow, we are looking for team members that can help us innovate delivery of ICT components, support our speed to market, raise the bar, and have a desire for professional growth and continuous learning.

As a member of this team, you will work directly with engineers and managers across the company to develop connectivity solutions for the physical layer. You will work with the rest of the design team to provide pathway and cabling designs and specifications for construction and permitting. You will also work with industry suppliers and manufacturers to develop product requirements and recommend new technologies.

• Ensure timely delivery of scalable fiber optic & copper plant designs and specifications.
• Review and approval of ICT pathway, cable and equipment submittals.
• Identify and respond to risks and high‑priority issues rapidly and effectively.
• Support new technology and design activities that improve infrastructure quality, reduce cost and installation time.
• Travel 40%+ to review projects and coordinate with onsite personnel and contractors at AWS' Data Centers.

• Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Experience in data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance.
• Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities.
• 10+ years Information and Communications Technology (ICT) design experience in Mission Critical Environments.
• 5+ years of experience developing design documentation (plans, specifications, etc.) for construction and/or permitting.
• 5+ years of working experience with fiber optic components, cabling, and interconnect products, technologies, and standards.
• BICSI RCDD Certification or internationally recognized equivalent (e.g., CDCDP, DCDC, etc.).
• Professional Engineering (PE) Electrical License.

• Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region.
• Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience working with coloration facilities to develop construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience in Revit, AutoCAD or other Computer Aided Design Tools.

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, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

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