Mechanical Engineering Lead, Data Centers

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

📋 Description

• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries and concerns.

• Build and sustain robust client relationships.

• Collaborate with various disciplines while leading the mechanical engineering team.

• Oversee the mechanical team, which includes HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing specialists.

• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Create detailed specifications for mechanical equipment, such as pumps, fans, and air handling units.

• Prepare internal and external reports based on project findings.

• Guarantee that discipline plans align with project scope and scheduling requirements.

• Stay updated on codes and technologies related to mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems in hyperscale data centers.

• Assess and evaluate the performance of mechanical systems and suggest upgrades as necessary.

• Offer technical support throughout construction, addressing RFIs and resolving issues.

• Participate in job site visits, project meetings, and commissioning activities as required.

• Ensure adherence to industry standards, codes, and regulations.

• Assess and propose technologies and equipment to enhance performance and reduce operational costs.

• Work alongside electrical and mechanical engineers to integrate chiller systems with data center infrastructure.

• Evaluate energy consumption and identify optimization and cost-saving possibilities.

• Collaborate with global AECOM teams on prominent data center projects for international clients.

• Occasionally travel for client meetings, project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other essential business activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in mechanical design and/or mechanical engineering, focusing on data center infrastructure, or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• A Professional Engineer License (P.E.) is mandatory.

• Significant experience in mechanical engineering for data centers or other critical facilities.

• Strong expertise in the design and construction of HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

• Capability to establish and maintain strong client relationships.

• Ability to think innovatively and discover opportunities to enhance the client experience.

• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) software.

• Familiarity with data center design and construction, including design criteria and industry standards.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

• Permanent residency sponsorship is available for current H1-B visa holders residing in the United States.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• Disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development initiatives.

• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.

• In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.