Facilities Engineer, AWS Center for Quantum Computing
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Location: Pasadena, CA 91104
Description:
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is seeking a motivated and experienced Facilities Engineer who will maintain mission-critical lab facilities for a growing research and development effort. By owning the optimization and maintenance of lab facilities infrastructure, you will help enable a team of scientists and engineers to develop future quantum technologies. Operations knowledge of cleanrooms or engineering/physics laboratories is a plus, but not required. You will work with multiple teams to make sure operational processes and requests meet the needs of the business. Successful candidates have meticulous attention to detail, excellent troubleshooting skills, and adaptability to changing requirements.
Our lab facilities infrastructure includes high-voltage power systems, power distribution, process cooling water loops, mechanical systems, compressed and cryogenic gases, etc. You will coordinate with multiple stakeholders including leadership, contractors, consultants, and engineers to ensure that our facilities meet the needs of the quantum computing program. Your ability to work independently with limited direction, communicate effectively with team members across geographic locations, and provide technical direction will be key to your success.
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 (gender diversity) 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.
Key job responsibilities
* Maintain and execute a maintenance program for all facilities equipment, including maintenance that must occur outside of normal business hours.
* Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis of facilities equipment failures
* On-site management of contractors, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices, procedures & local legislation.
* Collaborate, plan, and coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to execute projects and changes
* On-call duties after normal working hours, rotating on a weekly basis.
* Role supports multiple locations within the Los Angeles region and requires commuting between sites.
A day in the life
In this role, you will monitor the facilities to ensure equipment is running optimally. You will investigate and troubleshoot any equipment abnormalities to return the equipment to normal operating parameters. You will develop operating and preventive maintenance procedures for installed equipment and either perform or manage contractors executing your procedures. You will track all facilities assets in a local database, develop critical spare parts lists to maintain equipment's high-availability, and work with vendors and internal teams to procure parts.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* 2+ years in a mission critical environment.
* Knowledge of and experience with building management systems (such as Tridium Niagara Framework)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience working in physics or engineering laboratories, which contain low noise electronics, lasers, EMI/radiation shielded rooms, vacuum systems, cryogenics, etc.
* Experience working in semiconductor clean rooms, which contain fan filter systems, plumbing and air handling of hazardous chemicals/gases, vacuum systems, etc.
* Experience working in data center facilities, which contain generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, UPS, electrical sub distribution systems, fire detection and suppression systems, cable reticulation systems
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
* Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability
* Eager to learn and enjoy a fast-paced environment
* Completion of a technical college program or military occupational training in either electrical, HVAC or industrial automation.
* Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull.
* Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently and participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $83,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Our lab facilities infrastructure includes high-voltage power systems, power distribution, process cooling water loops, mechanical systems, compressed and cryogenic gases, etc. You will coordinate with multiple stakeholders including leadership, contractors, consultants, and engineers to ensure that our facilities meet the needs of the quantum computing program. Your ability to work independently with limited direction, communicate effectively with team members across geographic locations, and provide technical direction will be key to your success.
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 (gender diversity) 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.
Key job responsibilities
* Maintain and execute a maintenance program for all facilities equipment, including maintenance that must occur outside of normal business hours.
* Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis of facilities equipment failures
* On-site management of contractors, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices, procedures & local legislation.
* Collaborate, plan, and coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to execute projects and changes
* On-call duties after normal working hours, rotating on a weekly basis.
* Role supports multiple locations within the Los Angeles region and requires commuting between sites.
A day in the life
In this role, you will monitor the facilities to ensure equipment is running optimally. You will investigate and troubleshoot any equipment abnormalities to return the equipment to normal operating parameters. You will develop operating and preventive maintenance procedures for installed equipment and either perform or manage contractors executing your procedures. You will track all facilities assets in a local database, develop critical spare parts lists to maintain equipment's high-availability, and work with vendors and internal teams to procure parts.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* 2+ years in a mission critical environment.
* Knowledge of and experience with building management systems (such as Tridium Niagara Framework)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience working in physics or engineering laboratories, which contain low noise electronics, lasers, EMI/radiation shielded rooms, vacuum systems, cryogenics, etc.
* Experience working in semiconductor clean rooms, which contain fan filter systems, plumbing and air handling of hazardous chemicals/gases, vacuum systems, etc.
* Experience working in data center facilities, which contain generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, UPS, electrical sub distribution systems, fire detection and suppression systems, cable reticulation systems
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
* Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability
* Eager to learn and enjoy a fast-paced environment
* Completion of a technical college program or military occupational training in either electrical, HVAC or industrial automation.
* Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull.
* Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently and participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $83,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.