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Senior Data Centre Structural Engineer, DC Design Engineering

AmazonColumbus, OHL6 LeadSeptember 15th, 2026
Overview In this role you will lead the structural design of AWS data centers in the EMEA region and influence projects globally. You will collaborate with architects, engineers and designers to develop prototypical facilities that meet uptime, security, and cost targets. You will guide external consultants, drive design quality, and optimize for local regulations and site constraints. This position offers the chance to shape scalable, high-performance data centers in a fast-growing cloud environment. Compensation / Benefitswork-life balanceflexible working culturementorship and career growthinclusive team culture ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain structural Basis of Design, prototypes and template specsLead structural design on data center projects; prepare concept designs from due diligence and regulatory inputsDefine project scope, schedule and deliverables with internal customersCreate and review RFPs for external design vendors; evaluate bids and recommendationsManage external design consultants through design and construction while ensuring quality and on-time deliverablesCoordinate with mechanical, electrical, controls, fire and cabling engineersInfluence and manage deviations to AWS reference designs for localization and site-specific needsCreate and track metrics on cost, quality, and design durationCollect data from operations, construction and commissioning during design implementationCreate and maintain project documentation before, during and after constructionInnovate to meet local regulations and reduce costs without compromising quality or reliability Key requirementsBachelor's degree in Engineering or related fieldExperience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including data centersExperience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods for data center equipment and facilitiescommunication with internal customerscross-functional collaborationproblem-solving and creativityknowledge of building codes and regulations for the regionability to read, interpret, and create construction drawings, specifications and submittal documentsexperience in data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance