Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Assist in the design, coordination, documentation, and implementation of mechanical systems for data centers and critical mission facilities.

• Contribute to the design of HVAC, cooling, ventilation, and mechanical utility systems.

• Support the functioning of chilled water systems, cooling towers, pumps, piping networks, air handling units, and CRAC/CRAH systems.

• Aid in developing cooling strategies for high-density server environments, including liquid cooling solutions.

• Conduct preliminary engineering calculations, perform equipment sizing, and execute load assessments under the guidance of a senior engineer.

• Assist with mechanical load, heat rejection, airflow, and hydronic system calculations.

• Assess system redundancy and reliability requirements, including N+1 and 2N configurations.

• Aid in energy efficiency assessments and evaluations of mechanical system performance.

• Review equipment selections and technical specifications for accuracy.

• Prepare and revise mechanical drawings, schematics, equipment schedules, and design documentation.

• Create construction documents, design narratives, technical specifications, and equipment schedules.

• Utilize AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and HVAC calculation programs effectively.

• Integrate engineering markups and revisions into drawings and models.

• Collaborate with electrical, structural, architectural, plumbing, fire protection, and controls teams.

• Identify and resolve spatial conflicts and design clashes using BIM models and Navisworks.

• Engage in design coordination meetings and monitor outstanding technical issues.

• Assist in the layout of mechanical equipment, piping routes, ductwork, and equipment access requirements.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of reliability, availability, and redundancy needs for mission-critical facilities.

• Support designs that maintain optimal temperature, humidity, and environmental conditions for IT equipment.

• Aid in layouts that promote continuous operations and ease of maintainability.

• Review contractor submittals, equipment shop drawings, and Requests for Information (RFIs).

• Assist with responses to technical queries related to construction.

• Participate in site visits, construction observations, equipment inspections, and commissioning activities.

• Document field observations, design discrepancies, and corrective measures.

• Apply relevant building, mechanical, and energy codes along with project-specific standards.

• Assist in the quality checks of calculations, drawings, and specifications.

• Maintain precise engineering documentation and ensure compliance with client expectations and internal quality protocols.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline, with no experience required or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• Familiarity with HVAC principles, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer concepts.

• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, BIM coordination, or HVAC calculation tools is preferred.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational abilities.

• Passion for data center infrastructure, critical cooling systems, energy efficiency, and mission-critical engineering design.

• Exposure to data center, healthcare, semiconductor, laboratory, industrial, or other mission-critical projects.

• Experience with chilled water systems, redundant mechanical infrastructure, or commissioning processes.

• Proficiency in engineering design software, BIM/CAD tools, and building system applications such as REVIT.

• E.I.T. (Engineer in Training) professional designation is preferred.

• Must have authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future.

• Ability to work remotely from a location in the U.S. where AECOM has an office.

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

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Opportunities for leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and additional perks.

• Flexible work options available.

• Resources for well-being.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Recognition awards for service.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Option for a remote work schedule.

• Access to award-winning training and development programs.

• Resources to enhance technical expertise and leadership skills.