Amazon
Mechanical Design Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering
$117K–$160K
Austin, TX +1 · Full-time · Posted Sep 24, 2026
- Location
- Austin, TX
Seattle, WA - Experience
- 6+ years in engineering design or construction related to mechanical systems; degree requirement also specifies at least 4 years of additional qualifying experience.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering degree in a related field.
About the job
Designs and delivers mechanical systems for AWS data centers, from concept and permitting through construction, commissioning, and turnover.
What you'll do
- Develop data center mechanical designs and construction documents in collaboration with internal teams and other disciplines.
- Specify mechanical equipment, review submittals, and coordinate with vendors, utilities, and local authorities.
- Support construction and commissioning, including site reviews and validation of system installation, operation, and performance.
What they ask for
- Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods for data center equipment and facilities.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Experience in industrial or commercial engineering for mission-critical facilities, such as data centers, power generation, or oil and gas facilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field, plus at least 4 years of additional qualifying experience; 6+ years in engineering design or construction involving mechanical systems, including hydronics, air-side duct design, and plumbing design.
Nice to have
- Professional Engineer License.
- Experience with regional building codes and regulations, carrying designs through deployment, or preparing and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents.
Pay
$116,800.00 - $160,000.00 USD annually (base salary); $116,800.00 - $160,000.00 USD annually (base salary)
Tools
Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel
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