Quality Control Engineer

Description

The Quality Control Engineer (QCE) plays an essential role in AWS Data Center Capacity Delivery’s (DCCD) Integrated Project Quality (IPQ) program. This position is responsible for overseeing and executing quality assurance and control (QAQC) processes throughout the lifecycle of data center construction projects, ensuring that all work meets AWS's high standards for quality, safety, and performance.

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.



Key job responsibilities
1. Lead the implementation of QAQC processes throughout data center construction projects, from pre-design to turnover phases and beyond.

2. Review design documents and provide feedback on constructability, maintainability, and quality assurance measures.

3. Develop and maintain quality control plans, factory/field inspection checklists, and relevant documentation.

4. Conduct onsite QAQC inspections for installation activities, ensuring compliance with AWS standards and specifications.

5. Coordinate with third-party Quality Control Agents/Vendors (QCA) to ensure comprehensive QAQC.

6. Facilitate regular QC meetings with stakeholders to review and address quality-related issues.

7. Monitor and report on quality metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) throughout the project lifecycle.

8. Identify, document, and track quality defects or non-conformances, ensuring timely resolution.

9. Compile and deliver comprehensive quality control turnover packages for each project phase.

10. Conduct final quality reviews and walkthroughs with key stakeholders prior to project handover.

11. Facilitate knowledge transfer to end customers on QAQC processes and lessons learned.

12. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing quality data and proposing process enhancements.

13. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Construction Management, Commissioning, and Data Center Engineering Operations to ensure seamless project execution.

14. Stay current with industry best practices and AWS-specific quality standards, incorporating them into quality control processes.

15. Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time to various OSA and project sites across North and South America

About the team
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.

Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred 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.

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.

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

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.

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Basic Qualifications

- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint)
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in quality control, construction management, or related field, preferably in data center or critical infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of construction processes, mechanical and electrical systems, and quality control methodologies.
- Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction quality control.
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities. Experience building strategic relationships with stakeholders, including communicating and collaborating across teams and functions

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in a data center or other critical environment
- Knowledge of AWS or the cloud computing industry
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification

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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.