Controls System Development Engineer, Data Center Engineering - Center for Infrastructure Software and Controls - ElectricalJob ID: 2772759 | Amazon Data Services Ireland Limited
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for a highly technical individual to solve the most challenging problems in our industry. AWS Data Center Planning, Delivery, & Operations is a global team responsible for the design and operation of industry-leading, large-scale, business-critical facilities. We are currently seeking motivated individuals with demonstrated design and analytical expertise in the execution of real-time control on mission-critical facilities. At Amazon, we leverage unique opportunities presented to us by bringing automation in-house from medium voltage to low voltage automation solutions within our data centers. We are diverse, upbeat, creative, team-oriented engineers and managers working daily to develop architectures and technology that are driving future data center designs. Amazon Engineers are constantly challenged to quickly deliver the highest quality and most technically efficient data centers in the world.
The ideal candidate will need a wide-ranging background in system development for data center controls systems, IT infrastructure, networking, facility operations, electrical switchgear and generator automation, project management, and strong leadership skills.
If you are passionate about the Customer Experience, think and act with a global perspective, and have the ability to contribute to sophisticated innovations in the area of building controls and automation initiatives, this is the challenge you are looking for!
Role Responsibilities and RequirementsSubject matter expert in low voltage switchgear breaker control and generator automation.Develop, program and iterate sequence of operations and HMI graphics leveraging PLC/PAC/IPC platforms for first of kind and retrofit electrical infrastructure automation projects to be rolled out at scale globally.Contribute and maintain a library of standard tested automation logic function blocks.Expert in IEC61131-3 programming language standards including ladder logic, structured text, function block, and sequential function chart.Deep knowledge of the inner workings of low voltage and/or medium voltage electrical equipment, electrical schematics, Building Management System, and Electrical Power Monitoring programming concepts.Developing automation sequences, mechanical plant strategies, and complex environmental and electrical concepts.Understand data center redundancy, electrical failure strategies, energy conservation best-case practices, and data reporting analytics.Knowledge of how to successfully operate in high-security critical environments while maximizing productivity.Innovative with new solutions to support initiatives, teams, and company goals.Lead and facilitate collaboration through multiple teams including construction, commissioning, development engineers, MEP/ACS engineers, and team managers as necessary to accomplish initiative goals on time.Create, maintain, and disseminate specification documents that pertain to global projects for automation system development.Vendor selection, bid review, RFI support, and coordination.Central point of contact for multiple internal and external groups regarding electrical controls standards. Manage and prioritize requests for information on new construction builds, existing site facilities support, and legacy site enhancement projects.Interaction with AWS cloud services and other applications in order to present, archive, deploy, and analyze accumulated data.Expect to travel globally when needed to manage and/or support project initiatives.Anticipate roadblocks and risks while providing escalation management.Key job responsibilitiesThe Controls System Development Engineer is responsible for PLC programming, technical writing tasks, electrical schematic interpretation to IO lists, parts BOM creation, full system development, scaling system design (operational performance & scalability), OT networking, OS configuration, operational excellence, as well as performing in-depth root cause analysis of current AWS developed electrical switchgear and generator automation systems.
A day in the lifeThe SysDev Engineer works with AWS stakeholders ranging from Sr and Principal MEP Engineering, Product and Program managers, and Operations to create and iterate upon the AWS Infrastructure Automation products. Depending on the scope and size of projects, this includes developing these systems jointly with the other developers on the team as well as on smaller projects as the sole engineer responsible for all aspects.
About the teamThe Center for Infrastructure Software and Control is part of the larger Data Center Engineering organization and Data Center Community within Amazon Web Services. The team is global with builders around the globe.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. 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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS1+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and existing systems experience3+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems, and hands-on systems engineering experienceKnowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems)Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby3 years of experience in PLC development leveraging IEC-61131 Structured Text and Ladder LogicPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience with PowerShell (preferred), Python, Ruby, or JavaExperience working in an Agile environment using the Scrum methodology3 years of Data Center Design, Commissioning or Construction ExperienceAmazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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Posted: September 12, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago)
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