Mechanical Engineering Lead

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

📋 Description

• Drive critical decisions across the organization in the field of mechanical engineering.

• Establish benchmarks and spearhead transformative innovations.

• Act as a strategic technical authority and thought leader within Mechanical Engineering.

• Align Subject Matter Experts on engineering perspectives, expectations, and best practices.

• Facilitate customer-facing discussions and presentations.

• Represent Mechanical Engineering in Centers of Excellence while collaborating with cross-functional and global teams.

• Collaborate with department leadership to develop team goals, expectations, growth opportunities, budgets, and priorities.

• Evaluate team performance and provide constructive feedback.

• Make significant technical decisions and steer mechanical engineering initiatives.

• Offer strategic guidance and technical leadership to SMEs and project teams.

• Mentor and cultivate future leaders without direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Conduct discipline team meetings and ensure transparent two-way communication.

• Resolve complex multidisciplinary challenges and enhance technical design standards.

• Direct engineering projects and initiatives concerning performance, budget, schedule, and stakeholder coordination.

• Serve as the primary contact for cross-functional technical issues.

• Delegate tasks effectively to optimize SME workload and development opportunities.

• Support operational facilities and engage in forensic failure analysis.

• Act as the main contact for emergency situations requiring SME assistance.

• Create and manage learning and onboarding content for the team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Preference for candidates registered as a US-based Professional Engineer (P.E.).

• 10–15+ years of experience in mechanical design and construction.

• Experience in data centers and/or mission-critical environments.

• Proven experience leading technical design teams.

• Cross-disciplinary knowledge in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural, and other essential data center trades.

• Comprehensive understanding of design, construction, commissioning, and operational processes for North American development projects.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent organizational and project management capabilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Navisworks, and CFD modeling software environments.

• Knowledge of building codes and ordinances, including ASHRAE standards.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.

• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism.

• Willingness to travel 15–25%, with potential for increased travel over time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Life and AD&D insurance coverage.

• Short- and long-term disability insurance coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Employee assistance program.

• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.

• Additional voluntary benefits available.

• Competitive total compensation package above market rates.

• Health and welfare benefits.

• Retirement benefits.

• Paid leave benefits.

• Opportunities for recognition, training, and professional development.