CFD Mechanical Design Engineer

Description
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we're looking for talented people who want to help.

You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

In this role, you will drive mechanical engineering services design, construction, and implementation of enterprise data centres that meet global quality and performance standards. Working directly with Design Engineering Stakeholders, Construction, Operations, and Commissioning teams within the APAC region.

Join us on our mission to change the world through technology as a key member of our engineering team.

Key job responsibilities

• Evaluate cooling systems using in-depth CFD knowledge to make data-driven decisions aligned with our guidelines
• Drive successful project delivery while maintaining the highest performance standards
• Utilize innovation to reduce PUE, water consumption, and CAPEX while increasing efficiency
• Develop mechanical documentation including but not limited to narratives, drawings, specifications, etc.
• Drive process improvements across the organization.
• Perform building energy use calculations for determining capacity and type of cooling system required
• Perform CFD models on innovative and next generation designs
• Provide reports to senior leadership on the results of those models
• Perform water efficiency use calculations to determine quantity of water needed on site
• Coordinate with construction and commissioning teams to answer requests for information
• Work with global ME teams to achieve alignment of design and CFD modeling standards
• Develop special projects and assist senior engineers with detailed calculations for special projects
• This position will involve travel (20%)

About The Team
Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.

Basic Qualifications

• 5 years experience with Sigma Six or HELYX CFD modeling software
• Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering
• Thorough understanding and use of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering
• 8 years experience in designing HVAC systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in training or Chartered Engineer
• Understanding of building controls documentation
• Programming skills in Python and AI tools
• Deep understanding of data center mechanical systems and cooling control schemes.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, AIRAH, etc.

Acknowledgement Of Country
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

IDE Statement
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Company
- Amazon Corporate Services Pty Ltd

Job ID: A3009916