FAQs
What qualifications are required for the Constructability Engineer position?
A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical engineering (or similar) or a Construction related discipline is required, along with 2+ years of recent experience in construction management of large, complex projects involving large-scale mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) plants.
What type of experience is preferred for applicants?
Applicants should have at least 5+ years of experience in data center engineering of mission-critical facilities, including 2 years working experience in the design of mission-critical facilities and experience working with MEP engineering consultancies.
Is regional travel required for this position?
Yes, this role requires 25% regional travel, which may sometimes be unplanned.
What are the key responsibilities of the Constructability Engineer?
Key responsibilities include driving practical constructability standards in design documentation, driving commissionability improvements, optimizing engineering input post-design completion, and acting as the initial point of escalation for complex constructability issues.
What skills are important for this role?
Important skills include excellent communication skills, attention to detail, an ability to perform complex business case analysis, and the capability to research new designs, technologies, and construction methods related to data center equipment and facilities.
What is the team structure like?
The team is diverse, consisting of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. Collaboration across AWS teams is emphasized to achieve high standards.
Do we encourage diverse applications?
Yes, AWS values diverse experiences and encourages candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description.
What is the work-life balance policy?
AWS values work-life harmony and offers flexible work hours and arrangements to support employees in achieving success at work and at home.
What opportunities for career growth does AWS provide?
AWS offers endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources to help employees develop into better-rounded professionals.
Is prior experience in data center facilities necessary?
Yes, a strong understanding of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment and experience reading and interpreting design, equipment, and construction specifications are essential for this role.