Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Data Center Design EngineeringJob ID: | 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. 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.Engineers at Amazon work to design resilient, cost‑effective mechanical distribution systems. We are responsible for achieving world‑class uptime for our customers. We justify and communicate our technical decisions to senior management and drive continuous advancements and improvements with our designs. You have the ability to drive change and define and design the systems our customers rely on.Amazon offers a fast‑paced, fun, and exciting work environment. We continue to grow at exponential rates and are looking for individuals who can support our speed to market, enjoy a challenge, and have a desire for professional growth and continuous learning experiences.Key Job ResponsibilitiesWork with internal teams to understand user requirements.Design data center mechanical systems and collaborate with other disciplines to create a construction document set.Create designs that meet or exceed our quality requirements and fall within our budgetary requirements.Work with regional vendors and manufacturers to specify the appropriate mechanical equipment.Work with local utilities to understand and define site utility requirements.Work with local agencies having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with city/county requirements and building codes.Review and approval of equipment submittals.Define project scopes and provide technical support for information requests during construction phases.Work with commissioning teams to properly validate installation, operation, and performance of mechanical systems.Ability to work on concurrent projects in multiple geographical regions.Travel to sites for site review and work with onsite field engineers, engineering evaluations, mechanical systems audits, and startup as needed.Have fun and offer creative, out‑of‑the‑box solutions.Basic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering degree in a related field with at least 4 years of additional qualifying experience.6+ years of experience in design engineering or the construction industry, related to all aspects of mechanical, including hydronics, air‑side duct design, and plumbing design. 4+ years’ experience using Revit for producing Mechanical & Plumbing engineering BIM models and construction drawings.Experience applying local codes, International Code Council (ICC) requirements, and other mechanical industry standards, procedures, and methodologies.Preferred QualificationsExperience directly related to construction of data centers, critical medical, industrial, construction, oil and gas, or large‑scale mechanical and power systems.Experience with processes of design review, specification, development of design standards, and submittal review. Ability to read and understand construction documents for all trades (design drawings, control diagrams, specifications, etc.).Experience with performance‑based alternatives to prescriptive mechanical design. Advanced knowledge of mechanical engineering systems.Experience designing high‑volume air handling systems and controls, chilled water systems and controls, economization solutions, and direct/indirect evaporative cooling systems.Professional Engineering license, NCEES Record.Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Posted: November 21, 2025 (Updated 2 days ago)#J-18808-Ljbffr