Data Center Controls Engineer, North Carolina

Company: Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Location: Hamlet
Posted on: March 13, 2026

Job Description:

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. As part of the AWS Controls Team, you will work with highly motivated experts and innovators in the data center industry. You will be responsible for innovating, deploying, optimizing, and maintaining the automation systems within the data centers. Automation systems consist of building management system (BMS) and electrical power monitoring system (EPMS). Using Amazon leadership principles, you will develop new processes and standards while innovating in the controls space. The ideal candidate will possess a construction management, mechanical, electrical or technology background that enables them to undertake the challenges of sophisticated controls platforms and a demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically in aligning building controls and automation with the larger objectives of the business. Key job responsibilities • Manage scope of Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) for construction of AWS data centers. • Ensure data center controls are deployed in accordance with scope of work (SOW) and specifications. • Review and provide feedback on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) drawings. • Develop controls bill of material (BOM). • Manage multiple stakeholder deliverables, requirements and navigate difficult situations. • Work under tight project timelines. • Financially manage both construction and service contracts. • Act in a project sponsor/lead capacity. • Provide vendor management. • Develop scope of work for site improvement projects. • Provide technical assistance and support to internal customers during life cycle of the data center. • Perform controls root cause analysis for service of controls for AWS data centers. • Schedule and supervise Quarterly maintenance for BMS and EPMS. • Review controls sequence of operation and provide feedback to design. • Participate in a global on-call schedule. • Grow in technical ability by learning a multitude of different automation platforms. • Develop building automation controls drawings and wiring diagrams. • Size controls valves and damper actuators and select controls devices. • Develop and modify control logic programming. • Develop and modify graphical user interface. About the team Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do. Mentorship & Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve. DCCD_AMER BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 4 years of general contractor and vendor management work (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution experience - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent engineering science plus 5 years of relevant controls experience, OR 10 years of relevant controls experience in lieu of a degree. - 5 years of experience with industrial controls in critical environment (data center, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, oil & gas, petrochemical, laboratory, power, water etc.). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience with Industrial control systems, both hardware and software - Experience directly related to the design or construction of data centers or critical infrastructure or large-scale mechanical and electrical plants - Knowledge of engineering documentation, electrical diagrams and standard operating procedures - Experience managing competing priorities across a wide range of stakeholders - 1 years of Amazon experience, or experience with AWS services or other cloud offerings - 4 years of military experience - Experiencing using common industrial communication protocols (MQTT, BACnet and/or MODBUS). - MS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Controls/Automation) - Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE), or certified Project Management Professional (PMP). - Experience designing, configuring, programming, installing, troubleshooting or servicing HVAC Controls or Electrical SCADA systems application-specific controllers, software and networks. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. 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 (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, NC, Hamlet - 109,700.00 - 183,300.00 USD annually

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