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Commissioning Engineer, Commissioning Engineering

Amazon

Location

Herndon, VA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

$116,800 - $160,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
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Job description

The Data Center Commissioning Engineer (CxE) is responsible for overseeing the testing and validation of AWS data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure. This role involves collaborating with a diverse team to ensure the highest standards of safety and security while delivering quality projects. The CxE will manage third-party commissioning vendors and provide multi-discipline input into project planning and execution. The position requires strong technical competency and the ability to communicate effectively across various teams.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of engineering, installation, or startup/commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or 5 years of relevant discipline work experience
  • High technical competency in either mechanical or electrical or control systems utilized in critical infrastructures
  • Ability to understand design concepts by reviewing mechanical or electrical design documentation
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and preferred knowledge of SharePoint
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in high-stress environments
  • Experience developing and executing test procedures for mechanical or electrical systems/components

Responsibilities

  • Provide testing and validation oversight of AWS data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure
  • Review design documents and equipment submittals to ensure compliance with Amazon standards
  • Lead Factory Witness Testing (FWT) and manage third-party commissioning vendors
  • Audit commissioning vendors’ activities to ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety requirements
  • Regularly report commissioning progress and metrics to the Regional Commissioning Manager
  • Coordinate site activities and prioritize tasks to ensure clear paths to resolution for issues
  • Communicate lessons learned upon project completion to assist peers on similar projects

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.

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