PRINCIPAL NUCLEAR ENGINEER, DATACENTER ENGINEERING, POWER GENERATION SOLUTIONS

Description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In 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.

The successful candidate will have experience in end-to-end nuclear power project development process from design, regulatory licensing, site permitting, constructability and operations.

The candidate should be highly skilled in the design and operation of both utility-scale and small modular nuclear power plants, understanding design and constructability of various reactor designs inclusive of both the nuclear steam supply system and balance of plant. Within Amazon, the candidate will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team across energy, engineering, construction, environmental, legal, policy, public relations, Operations, and community engagement teams. The candidate must navigate the permitting and regulatory processes to help AWS deliver capacity-enabling projects. They must be able to drive key stakeholders across Amazon teams and also with utilities and energy companies to deliver such projects.

Key job responsibilities

Influence key external partners such as OEMs and developers to design operationally efficient and safe modular nuclear plants and associated balance of plant delivering carbon free capacity to our growing business.

Build internal and external nuclear product and fuel strategy roadmaps, influencing clean energy strategy for AWS data centers

Evaluate and deliver carbon free power generation solutions by working with internal and external global partners.

Drive due-diligence on specific power projects and recommendations to senior leadership on specific power solutions that meet AWSs needs

Build relationships with senior leaders and other stakeholders in energy, power and utilities companies, regulatory bodies and DoE.

Be a passionate self-starter

About the team

Why AWS

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

Diverse Experiences

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, hasnt followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, dont let it stop you from applying.

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, theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, its 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.

Mentorship and Career Growth

Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors in Engineering (Nuclear, Electrical, Mechanical)

10 years of experience in nuclear power generation

5 years in a senior or principal role with a history of technically guiding engineering teams and defining nuclear roadmaps

Understanding of the NRC, US ANSI, UL, NERC, FERC, NESC and European EN & IEC standards.

5 years experience influencing licensing, siting, and operations strategy of nuclear plants

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree or higher in Nuclear Engineering

Senior Reactor Operator license or Shift Technical Advisor experience.

15 years of relevant design experience deploying utility scale power plants across the United States.

Direct experience with the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of generation plants, nuclear plants, energy storage assets, and substations.

Experience with fast-track design / build projects and or multiple significant upgrade projects.

Possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, maintain high quality standards.

Capable of working in a highly fast-paced, ambiguous environment, managing conflicting priorities and deliverables

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https : / / www.amazon.jobs / en / disability / us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $146,300 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $252,900 / 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.

Salary : $146,300 - $252,900