Regional Enviro Engineer, AWS Environmental

Company: Amazon
Location: Gilroy
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re 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 we’re looking for talented people who want to help. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll 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 you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. 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. Join the world-class environmental compliance culture at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and be part of supporting the largest cloud computing infrastructure team as a Regional Environmental Engineer. As a Regional Environmental Engineer, you will lead the environmental regulatory compliance function of your assigned area. You will be responsible for advancing environmental compliance culture and improving the regulatory adherence of our data centers, by protecting the environment through environmental incident prevention, investigation, and mitigation. Each day you will work with our data center community, the people who make the cloud go. They are working with sources of air emissions, such as emergency backup generators, large scale water and wastewater systems, and handling waste from critical IT equipment. You will work closely with experts in security, construction, operations, logistics, compliance, corporate counsel, and human resources to further the global environmental compliance program. You will use data to evaluate trends related to leading and lagging indicators to help your customer focus on environmental regulatory compliance. You will partner with employees as well as contractors to achieve environmental compliance goals and improve our already strong compliance culture. As AWS increases data capacity, you will partner with construction managers to ensure environmental risks are identified and mitigated prior to live operations. You will work in a fast-paced environment where our operations are rapidly changing, advocating compliant changes in the face of new infrastructure, new tools, and new products/processes. Key job responsibilities - Regular interactions with our customers delivering environmental compliance leadership and guidance - Implement environmental standards, policies and practices including, but not limited to; environmental management systems, training, risk assessments, and applicable environmental regulations - Conduct environmental compliance audits of data centers and active construction sites to ensure compliance with environmental requirements and for continuous improvement; - Performs environmental incident investigations and associated regulatory reports, and develop appropriate corrective actions. - Maintain adequate compliance record keeping and data integrity. - Perform data trend analysis to present to cluster leadership to support business and environmental compliance initiatives. - Consult and partner with compliance and legal teams for interpretations and guidance. - Represent Amazon at appropriate levels with governmental agencies and throughout the company; - Prepare and submit time-critical reports to various governmental agencies; - Coordinates with Enviro InfraDevelopment to prioritize environmental compliance in planning and execution in all phases of development projects. - Identifies improvement opportunities, and partners with Enviro InfraDevelopment on programmatic issues that impact construction/operations handover phases. - Audits projects to the mental model ‘do you have a process, and are you following it?’ Then analyzes data (leading and lagging indicators) for trends, risks/opportunities and reports out at project/regional levels. A day in the life About the team Why AWS 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. 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, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t 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, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Mentorship and Career Growth 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. - Experience developing and implementing environmental compliance programs including regulated waste, water, and air regulations in accordance with applicable laws - 5 years of regulatory and risk management experience - Broad knowledge of US environmental regulations - BA/BS degree in chemistry, chemical or environmental engineering, or related field of study - Experience leading change in multiple site environments and influenceing those that are not direct reports or within your organization - Experience in a fast paced, dynamic organization - Experience managing multiple projects, prioritizing, planning, and managing time - Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities - Experience successfully implementing environmental systems and compliance programs in operational settings - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving ability Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 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. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, CA, Gilroy - 128,000.00 - 214,000.00 USD annually USA, CA, Hayward - 128,000.00 - 214,000.00 USD annually USA, CA, San Francisco - 128,000.00 - 214,000.00 USD annually

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