Description

Are you interested in designing and building infrastructure to support leading edge technology in satellite communications? If the answer is yes, then the Project Kuiper team has an exciting opportunity for you.

Amazon has created some of the most game changing technologies in the world and Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.

As a Site Civil Engineer on the Ground Systems Site Engineering team, you will be responsible for the design of overall site infrastructure of Kuiper Ground Gateways and Telemetry, Tracking, and Control (TT&C) antenna sites.

Key job responsibilities

• Review and aid in the development of hosting requirements (specifications) for gateway sites

• Assist in the review of proposed gateway sites to determine their suitability for Amazon’s use

• Assist the site acquisitions team by conducting site surveys if required

• Provide technical leadership and oversight during the design and construction of globally located ground gateway sites

• Review and approve site specific drawings and analysis submitted by local architectural and engineering vendors for domestic and international locations to include: Geotechnical and Topographical surveys; preliminary/conceptual designs; site power and fiber infrastructure including grounding and lightning protection; equipment foundations, site grading and access roads; and perimeter security fencing.

• Conduct onsite inspections during construction to ensure compliance with approved drawings

• Define remediation plans for deficiencies found during and after construction

• Support the development of infrastructure acceptance test activities

• Support the creation and maintenance of as-built drawing packages for the global gateway sites

Export Control Requirement:

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

A day in the life

As a Site Civil Engineer on the Ground Systems Site Engineering team, you will be responsible for the design of overall site infrastructure of Kuiper Ground Gateways and Telemetry, Tracking, and Control (TT&C) antenna sites. You will provide engineering support from conceptual design to overseeing the design, inspection, and test of the infrastructure for globally located Kuiper Ground Gateway and TT&C sites. Additionally, you will be responsible for working with the site acquisitions team to establish the suitability of proposed sites for Amazon’s use, working with the sustainability team to identify and implement renewable solutions.

About the team

The Site Enginnering team is part of the Ground Systems team responsible for the architecture, design, build, and installation of Kuiper’s Ground Gateways and TT&C Antennas. Our Ground Gateways enable high data rate, low latency communications between Kuiper points of presence (PoP) and our Low Earth Orbit Satellite constellation. TT&C Antennas support satellite Launch and Early Orbit enabling command and control of the satellites during this critical phase. The team works closely with the Site Construction, Networks, Regulatory, Payload Test, and RF Systems teams to ensure Kuiper provides a seamless customer experience.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Arlington, VA, USA | Austin, TX, USA | Redmond, WA, USA | San Diego, CA, USA

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil/site engineering and design

• Documented experience with foundation design, geotechnical engineering, grading and drainage, utilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Ground Gateway (teleport) or data center design and/or construction experience

• Ability to interpret geotechnical reports and design infrastructure including foundations in various climates accordingly

• Strong sense of ethics and ability to work collaboratively as a member of a highly motivated team who insists on the highest standards and deliver systems which delight customers

• Master’s Degree in civil engineering with a focus on structural analysis or geotechnical engineering

• Experience with analysis software (MathCAD, STAAD, RAM, Visual Analysis, HiltiProfis Engineering Suite, etc.)

• Licensed professional engineer

• Knowledge of CAD tools, such as AutoCAD and Revit

• Ability to read, interpret and apply codes and standards to design

• Familiarity with interpreting international building codes and past design experience with IBC 2021

• Field and international experience dealing with various standards, construction regulations, and bylaws

• Understanding of codes and regulatory requirements for design

• Understanding of steel, concrete, and masonry design practices in various climate zones

• Ability to produce complete construction drawings and documents with little oversight

• Familiarity with SmartSheet and managing contractors and vendors within the designated software mediums

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint)

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 $93,900/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. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.