Data Center Design Engineer Program Manager (Contingent)

Amazon

10/30/2025

Herndon, VA

Full-time

Job Description

The AWS Infrastructure Services team is seeking a Data Center Design Engineering Manager to oversee and manage design engineering services during the construction phase of data center projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, or related field
7+ years of experience in end-to-end data center design lifecycle, from concept through construction completion
Experience managing design teams during construction phase
Strong understanding of construction administration processes and documentation
Experience with construction management software (Procore, Smartsheet)
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to travel within AMER region as needed

Responsibilities

Lead and manage design engineering services during construction phase
Conduct site visits/inspections to verify design compliance
Direct and coordinate design teams
Maintain and coordinate comprehensive design documentation
Review and validate design changes during construction
Coordinate and lead site punch walks with all disciplines
Ensure project closeout documentation is properly archived
Proactively identify, assess, and escalate design-related risks
Drive timely resolution of design-related construction issues

Benefits

Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.