Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join their global engineering team focused on data center infrastructure. This role combines technical expertise in electrical engineering with leadership responsibilities in designing and innovating AWS's expanding data center footprint. The position offers a unique opportunity to work on multi-million dollar designs supporting AWS's diverse business portfolio.
The role involves leading critical power systems infrastructure design, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring world-class uptime for AWS customers. You'll be responsible for taking designs from concept through construction, defining equipment specifications, and supporting projects from site selection to commissioning. The position requires technical excellence in electrical engineering, particularly in data center power systems, combined with the ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
AWS offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment where continuous learning and professional growth are prioritized. The company's culture emphasizes innovation, technical excellence, and work-life harmony. As part of AWS Infrastructure Services, you'll join a diverse team responsible for keeping the cloud running, working alongside software, hardware, and network engineers, as well as other specialists.
The position requires 25% travel, including potential international assignments, and offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while solving complex engineering challenges. You'll be part of AWS's mission to deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for customers.
This role is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer who combines technical expertise with leadership abilities, enjoys solving complex problems, and wants to be at the forefront of data center innovation. The position offers excellent career growth opportunities, mentorship, and the chance to work with a diverse, inclusive team that values bold ideas and empowers engineers to own their projects from conception to completion.