Data Center Structural Engineer, AMER Design Engineering - East Regional Team

Amazon

Herndon, VA

Full Time

Posted September 21, 2026

$117k - $160k

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Job Description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Data Center Structural Engineer to join its design team in Herndon, Virginia.

Requirements

Professional Engineer License
7+ years experience in structural design for industrial or commercial projects
5+ with design of Data Center, Mission Critical, Hospital, Schools, Commercial or Residential Tower facilities
Proficiency in building codes, regulations, and standard including IBC and ASCE
Detailed understanding of tilt-up and precast concrete structures, structural steel systems, seismic design, wind loading, snow loading, and forensic analysis of building design and construction defects.
Experience in value engineering for building structural systems
Design and calculation for auxiliary framing systems, non-structural components and non-building structures. ( ie. cable tray, conduit, ductwork, equipment platforms, façade, screen walls etc.)
Ability to evaluate the constructability of new technologies, and determine construction methods of data center equipment and facilities. To perform and present business case analysis. Ability and willingness to think outside of the box to find innovative solutions prior to and during the construction process to reduce costs without negative impacts on quality or reliability
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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 .
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