Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Design and develop HVAC systems and heat rejection solutions for data centers.

• Choose suitable air- and water-side cooling systems, which include fan wall units, CRAHs, chilled water systems, DX systems, CRAC units, in-row cooling, and containment strategies.

• Execute both internal and external computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses.

• Prepare or oversee the creation of CFD models, analyze the outcomes, and suggest modifications to the design.

• Coordinate design alterations and their impacts with other project disciplines.

• Create redundant and fault-tolerant HVAC systems, which encompass backup cooling, automatic switchover, and monitoring solutions.

• Conduct heat load calculations and capacity planning for both current and future expansions of data centers.

• Assess HVAC loads for administrative and shared facility areas.

• Implement energy-efficient HVAC strategies, including economizers, variable speed drives, energy recovery, and airflow optimization techniques.

• Design air filtration systems and mechanisms for monitoring air quality.

• Tackle issues related to particulate matter, humidity control, and contaminant elimination.

• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to ensure the integration of HVAC with electrical infrastructure, UPS, emergency power, fire suppression, and other essential systems.

• Engage in a hands-on, client-facing capacity on dynamic data center projects.

• Partner with global AECOM teams on prominent projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree with over 6 years of relevant experience or a proven equivalent of experience and/or education.

• Background in the installation and operation of mechanical and electrical equipment in data centers.

• P.E. registration is mandatory.

• A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, HVAC engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution is typically required.

• A Master’s degree or advanced studies in HVAC systems or energy management is preferred.

• Familiarity with the data center TER Standard Topology as specified by the Uptime Institute, TIA 942, and ANSI/BICSI 002.

• Professional HVAC-related certifications, such as CEM, BEMP, or LEED accreditation, are advantageous.

• Must possess authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available currently or in the future.

• Capability to attend in-person onboarding on Day 1 at an AECOM office.

• Willingness to occasionally travel for client meetings, project milestones, on-site collaboration, or essential business activities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• Disability coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Optional benefits and perks.

• Flexible working options.

• Resources for well-being.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Business travel insurance.

• Awards for service recognition.

• Retirement savings plans.

• Employee stock purchase options.

• Programs for training and development.

• Opportunities for career growth and mobility.

• Collaboration within a global team.

• Remote work schedule.