Energy Strategy Manager, AWS Energy Team

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were 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 were looking for talented people who want to help.

Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll 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 youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Amazon is seeking a self-starter to join the AWS Energy team in pioneering the future for data center utility power by developing and executing the strategy by which AWS delivers energy projects and partners with electric utilities and energy companies across the Americas. This individual will define the end to end (generation transmission distribution backup power) power strategy for scaling and operating AWS diverse low-cost energy this role you will manage multiple large scale and technically complex power infrastructure projects across multiple geographies by facilitating close collaboration between both internal and external stakeholders. Within the overarching strategy this individual must be resilient in exploring and discovering new supply opportunities (that delivery both near term capacity with an accelerated path to net-zero carbon supply) ultimately converting them into tactically sound and executable energy projects while working to reduce energy capital and operating expenses. Internally responsibilities outside of implementing the defined strategy include reporting status risks mitigations and successes to C level and VP level leadership as well as influencing multiple cross-functional partner teams in the overall data center capacity delivery business process. Externally this role takes ownership of managing utility interactions coordinating efforts between real estate engineering and planning teams in site evaluation project engineering scheduling and budgeting including influencing and contracting with the utility EPC and / or Owners Engineer to meet AWS needs. The individual will work in an integrated team to implement a strategy that meets and exceeds AWS energy program requirements while delivering projects on time with tangible reliability and cost-saving results.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong energy background and a proven track record of developing and delivering on innovative energy projects. Experience working with regulated electric utilities to develop contract and deliver medium and high voltage power infrastructure including related tariffs and supply agreements is a this role you will negotiate and execute power supply contracts across AWS regions and create innovative supply structures that integrate our renewable energy portfolio and Support the growth of clean energy via utility partnerships. The right candidate will have a demonstrated ability to think strategically about the business operations and technical challenges with the skill-set to drive tactical execution of project schedules contracts initiatives and team goals.

The candidate must have experience in reliably driving initiatives to completion in high speed constrained and ambiguous environments with practice in escalating and reporting to many organization leaders and teams across multiple levels. By establishing and growing business and technical relationships and managing the day-to-day interactions with these partners you will be responsible for ensuring energy requirements needed to support AWSs global infrastructure expansion are met.

Key job responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive utilities strategy for AWS data centers for AMER regions.

Manage multiple Utilities EPC and Owners Engineers to deliver MV and HV power infrastructure including negotiations and contracting.

Develop and execute energy strategies that leverage capital projects (utility grid connections high voltage substations energy storage etc) to reduce long term energy costs. Manage capital budgets for electrical infrastructure and energy projects.

Work collaboratively with Amazon CFE / RE team to support the development of strategic energy sourcing opportunities

Execute electricity supply contracts that create new clean energy capacity on the grid (through utilities) reduce cost minimize risk and leverage opportunities that benefit Amazon

Manage a portfolio of complex energy projects

Collaborate with internal teams and regulated utilities on the implementation and management of energy projects to meet the business timelines.

Identify and develop innovative cost savings projects (capital and operational) and initiatives related to energy infrastructure and supply.

Responsible for completing due diligence on in-market opportunities and developing those opportunities into cost savings for the business.

Work with utility regulators to develop policies and guidelines that enable broader AWS strategies and objectives.

Key job responsibilities

Manage multiple Utilities EPC and Owners Engineers to deliver a portfolio of inflight medium voltage and high voltage power infrastructure projects.

Manage capital budgets for electrical infrastructure and energy projects.

Collaborate with the internal teams and regulated utilities on the implementation and management of energy and projects in a timely and accurate fashion.

Identify and develop innovative cost savings projects and initiatives related to energy infrastructure and supply.

Work with utility regulators to develop policies and guidelines that enable broader AWS strategies and objectives.

A day in the life

Our team is accountable for the full lifecycle of utility power delivery to existing and future AWS data centers throughout North and South America. We are uniquely positioned and encourage to execute innovative energy solutions that accelerate our sustainability goals improve power reliability and optimize costs.

Our team is dedicated to supporting new team members in an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Projects and tasks are assigned in a way that leverages your strengths and helps you further develop your skill set. Here at AWS we embrace our differences and are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion.

About the team

Why AWS

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#DCPDDelivery

• Bachelors Degree (BA / BS) in Engineering / Business or other technical field or an additional 4 years of relevant experience
• 5 years of experience working in utility / energy industry in a commercial / business development or technical role
• 2 years of experience developing and delivering Medium Voltage and High Voltage electric infrastructure projects in a planning or project management role
• 2 years of experience reviewing energy projects and contracts with utilities and contractors
• 2 years of experience collaborating with external stakeholders to drive projects
• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
• The ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication organization time management and problem solving skills
• Experience planning engineering developing or constructing substations or other 34.5kV or greater energy infrastructure
• Experience evaluating and implementing innovative infrastructure and operational strategies within the energy sector such as energy storage demand response fuel cells etc
• Experience working directly with public utility commissions and other energy regulators
• Experience with IT infrastructure data centers and cloud services
• Strong Bias for Action with an ability to look around corners and deliver results for the business

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

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $83100 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $177800 / 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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Business Development,Electrical Engineering,Management Experience,HVAC,Territory Management,Project Management,Quality Control,Contract Management,Budgeting,Program Development,Public Speaking,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 83100 - 177800