Project Design Elec. Engineer, DCC Communities

Role summary

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This role supports the design and delivery of electrical systems for Amazon data-centre communities in Ireland. Requirements typically include a degree or equivalent qualification in electrical engineering, professional experience with electrical design and construction projects, and familiarity with power distribution, protection systems, generators, UPS equipment, controls, and relevant Irish and European standards. Experience using design tools, reviewing technical drawings, managing contractors, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams is valuable. The successful candidate is expected to produce reliable, safe, and cost-effective designs, support project planning and commissioning, identify technical risks, maintain high engineering standards, and communicate clearly with internal teams, consultants, suppliers, and construction partners. Data-centre, industrial, mission-critical, or large commercial project experience would be advantageous.

About the employer

Amazon is a global technology and commerce company founded in the United States. Its businesses include online retail, logistics, digital media, consumer devices, advertising, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the world's largest cloud-computing platforms. Amazon operates extensive corporate, fulfilment, technology, and data-centre infrastructure internationally. In Ireland, it has major operations in Dublin and other locations, including AWS infrastructure and teams working in engineering, operations, finance, customer support, and cloud services. The company is known for a customer-focused culture, rapid innovation, large-scale technical projects, and leadership principles that emphasise ownership, high standards, and data-driven decision-making. Employees may receive competitive pay, equity awards, health benefits, pension support, and opportunities to work on complex international programmes, although workloads can be demanding and performance expectations are high.